Of course, Burke is a star in her own right.

“But I just needed something more to help me feel like I’m not alone.”

When I’m not around you guys then I start to push.

Cheryl Burke posing at event

I’m so nervous.

I’ve been held accountable because I’m telling everybody …

I have to say [that I’m thinking aboutdrinking], or else I will drink …

AJ McLean posing at event

I’m going to need you guys."

“She is a very, very interesting human being.

It’s difficult to get sober, No.

Cheryl Burke posing at event

It’s even more difficult to stay sober and hats off to her forstaying soberfor now over two years.

I see her staying sober, hopefully, for the rest of her life.

“[He taught me] being vulnerable equals strength,” she said.

AJ McLean posing at event