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Brooke Burke

Brooke Burke is a multifaceted American personality prominent in television and fitness. She gained initial recognition hosting "Wild On!" and later "Rock Star." A pivotal moment was winning season seven of "Dancing with the Stars," leading to a co-hosting role on the show for seven seasons. Burke has also ventured into the fitness industry, launching the "Brooke Burke Body" app. More recently, she became the host of "Penn & Teller: Fool Us" in 2023.


September 8, 1971: Brooke Burke Born

On September 8, 1971, Brooke Lisa Burke was born. She would later become an American television and fitness personality, model, author, actress, and businesswoman.

1989: Homecoming Queen

In 1989, Brooke Burke was crowned homecoming queen at Palo Verde High School in Tucson.

1999: Hosted Wild On!

In 1999, Brooke Burke began hosting the E! Network travel show Wild On!.

2001: Married Garth Fisher

In 2001, Brooke Burke married Garth Fisher, a plastic surgeon.

2002: End of Wild On! Hosting

In 2002, Brooke Burke concluded her hosting duties on the E! Network travel show Wild On!.

2005: Hosted Rock Star

In 2005, Brooke Burke began hosting CBS's Rock Star.

2005: Divorced Garth Fisher

In 2005, Brooke Burke divorced Garth Fisher.

2006: Hosted Rock Star

In 2006, Brooke Burke continued hosting CBS's Rock Star.

2006: Began Dating David Charvet

In 2006, Brooke Burke started dating actor and singer David Charvet.

2007: Daughter Heaven Rain Born

In 2007, Brooke Burke and David Charvet's daughter, Heaven Rain, was born.

2007: Founded BabooshBaby.com

In 2007, Brooke Burke founded and launched BabooshBaby.com, the online store for her post-pregnancy belly wraps Tauts. She also developed Baboosh Body, a fitness product (belly wrap).

November 25, 2008: Won Dancing with the Stars

On November 25, 2008, Brooke Burke and her partner Derek Hough won the seventh season of Dancing with the Stars.

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2008: Son Shaya Braven Born

In 2008, Brooke Burke and David Charvet's son, Shaya Braven, was born.

2010: Hosted She's Got the Look and Dancing with the Stars

In 2010, Brooke Burke became the host of She's Got the Look on TV Land and also became the co-hostess of ABC's Dancing with the Stars.

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August 12, 2011: Married David Charvet

On August 12, 2011, Brooke Burke married David Charvet and announced she would take his last name.

2011: Co-hosted Miss America Pageant

In 2011, Brooke Burke co-hosted the Miss America pageant.

2011: Launched ModernMom.com

In 2011, Brooke Burke launched the online community for mothers, ModernMom.com, and became its co-CEO.

2011: Authored The Naked Mom

In 2011, Brooke Burke wrote her first book, The Naked Mom: A Modern Mom's Fearless Revelations, Savvy Advice, and Soulful Reflections.

The Naked Mom: A Modern Mom's Fearless Revelations, Savvy Advice, and Soulful Reflections
The Naked Mom: A Modern Mom's Fearless Revelations, Savvy Advice, and Soulful Reflections

November 8, 2012: Announced Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis

On November 8, 2012, Brooke Burke announced she had thyroid cancer and underwent surgery to remove her thyroid.

2012: Released Fitness DVD Series

In 2012, Brooke Burke released a DVD series with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, including "Transform Your Body with Brooke Burke: Strength & Condition," "Transform Your Body with Brooke Burke: Tone & Tighten," "Brooke Burke Body: Sexy Abs," and "Brooke Burke Body: 30-Day Slimdown."

2012: Co-hosted Miss America Pageant

In 2012, Brooke Burke served as the co-host of the Miss America pageant.

2013: End of Dancing with the Stars Hosting

In 2013, Brooke Burke concluded her seven-season role as co-hostess of ABC's Dancing with the Stars.

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2013: Co-hosted Miss America Pageant

In 2013, Brooke Burke was a co-host of the Miss America pageant.

2014: Face of American Cancer Society Campaign

In 2014, Brooke Burke became the face of the American Cancer Society's "Bucket List" campaign.

2014: Recurring Role on Melissa & Joey

In 2014, Brooke Burke began a recurring role on Melissa & Joey.

2015: Recurring Role on Melissa & Joey

In 2015, Brooke Burke continued her recurring role on Melissa & Joey.

2016: Hosted and Co-Produced Hidden Heroes

In 2016, Brooke Burke began hosting and co-producing the Saturday morning show Hidden Heroes.

2016: Co-authored Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Joy of Less

In 2016, Brooke Burke co-authored her second book, Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Joy of Less, with Amy Newmark.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Joy of Less: 101 Stories about Having More by Simplifying Our Lives
Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Joy of Less: 101 Stories about Having More by Simplifying Our Lives

2016: Co-hosted Miss America Pageant

In 2016, Brooke Burke co-hosted the Miss America pageant.

2017: Launched Brooke Burke Body Fitness App

In 2017, Brooke Burke launched "Brooke Burke Body", a fitness app featuring workout videos.

April 2018: Announced Divorce from David Charvet

In April 2018, Brooke Burke and David Charvet announced they were divorcing after seven years of marriage.

2018: End of Hidden Heroes Hosting and Co-Production

In 2018, Brooke Burke concluded her role as host and co-producer of the Saturday morning show Hidden Heroes.

2018: Hosted I Dare You

In 2018, Brooke Burke hosted the digital series and network show I Dare You on TV Land.

August 2019: Began Relationship with Scott Rigsby

In August 2019, Brooke Burke began a relationship with Scott Rigsby.

January 2020: Co-hosted Intimate Knowledge Podcast

In January 2020, Brooke Burke began co-hosting an iHeartRadio podcast titled Intimate Knowledge with Meghan King Edmonds and Lila Darville.

March 2020: Divorce from David Charvet Finalized

In March 2020, Brooke Burke's divorce from David Charvet was finalized.

October 2020: Relationship with Scott Rigsby Revealed

In October 2020, it was revealed that Brooke Burke had been in a relationship with Scott Rigsby since August 2019.

July 2021: Brother Tommy Passed Away

In July 2021, Brooke Burke's younger brother, Tommy, passed away due to complications related to obesity.

2023: Joined Penn & Teller: Fool Us

In 2023, Brooke Burke became the host of Penn & Teller: Fool Us, joining the series in its 10th season.