Cheryl Burke Says Bachelorette Host Chris Harrison Prevented Her From Being Cast -- Because She Was A ‘Sloppy Drunk’?!

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Cheryl Burke has a bone to pick with Chris Harrison. The Dancing with the Stars alum stopped by The Most Dramatic Podcast Ever on Sunday, where she took her opportunity to call out its host Chris for a rumor that’s been bugging her for years: that he allegedly prevented her from being cast on The Bachelorette. Related: Britney Spears BLASTS Kevin Federline’s ‘Obsession’ With Fame For Ruining Marriage! You see, once upon a time, Cheryl had her sights set on becoming the next lead of the ABC dating show.

Unfortunately for her, she was never able to land the coveted spot. And it was for reasons she was told were at the discretion of Chris, who of course used to host the world-famous show.

She confronted him about it, asking: Point blank!! But Chris was prepared. He responded: But she continued prodding! Cheryl added that she believes the studio “blamed” the casting decision on him due to her drinking??

She explained: Oof. As Perezcious readers know, alcoholism has been a sensitive part of Cheryl’s life story, but she’s thankfully gotten sober in recent years.