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Burke's DWTS Exit: Shock, No Clarity, and Moving On
3 Sep
Summary
- Burke was unexpectedly fired from DWTS in 2014 after hosting for 8 seasons.
- She cited financial pressures and lack of clarity surrounding her departure.
- Burke prioritized her responsibilities as a mother and paid bills.
Brooke Burke, a former co-host of Dancing with the Stars, has recently spoken about her jarring dismissal from the show in 2014. Burke, who had co-hosted DWTS from seasons 10 to 17 following her win in season 7, described the experience as unsettling, especially as her contract was undergoing renegotiation while the next season was already in production.
She admitted to questioning her performance, age, and other potential factors for her termination. The dismissal was particularly difficult as the show offered a convenient schedule that aligned with her role as a mother of four. Despite the abrupt nature of her exit and the lack of a clear reason from the network, who cited a desire for 'a change,' Burke focused on her responsibilities.
Burke stated she chose to compartmentalize the situation and continue forward, prioritizing her financial obligations and daily life, including taking her children to school. She expressed a desire for more ethical and transparent handling of such situations. Notably, she mentioned public backlash to her replacement, Erin Andrews, as potentially beneficial for her. The show has seen subsequent host changes, with Tyra Banks, Alfonso Ribeiro, and Julianne Hough taking over after Andrews.
