Cheryl Burke Explains Why She's Been Celibate for Over 3 Years Since Divorce From Matthew Lawrence

Cheryl Burke is opening up about her sex life.

The 40-year-old Dancing With the Stars alum, who finalized her divorce from now ex-husband Matthew Lawrence in 2022, spoke about her romantic life and decision to be celibate for three years and counting in an interview with Us Weekly.

“I’ve definitely built a lot more self-love and self-respect and self-worth,” she began.

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“I was a serial dater, so I never was ever, ever single. The thought of living alone or being alone was just not an option. It was just never going to happen in my world. I love that I’ve grown so much and that I’m doing it consciously and with an intention,” she continued.

She noted that those close to her were unsure of her decision to be celibate.

“They’re just like, ‘What?’” she went on.

“As if I’m speaking a different language completely. Which is so interesting. There is a little bit of, initially I’m thinking, ‘Oh, wait, should I be like?’ But no! Why? I am on that Mya train. Go, Mya,” she said, referring to the singer’s own vow of celibacy.

As far as using the apps to find love, she has no real desire.

“Never say never, but I have no plans of joining a dating app, and nor do I ever think or see myself looking,” she said.

“Even though I need to be better at leaving my house, I still live like a hermit sometimes, but I think it will happen when it happens. When my energy shifts, then I know if it does happen, I’m ready. I’m not in a rush.”

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