United Kingdom, Oct. 28 -- Cheryl Burke feels she's been "shaped" by her Dancing with the Stars experience.

The 41-year-old dancer starred on the long-running TV show for 26 seasons, and she's now looking forward to returning as a judge for the upcoming Halloween episode.

Reflecting on her Dancing with the Stars return, Cheryl told People: "I think that it just felt right.

"No matter what was said or whatever, at the end of the day, it really goes back to the fact that this show has brought so much to my life. It has taught me to have my own voice.

"I mean, if you would just look at my first audition tape, you would be shocked. I sound so different. It has shaped me into the woman I am today."

Cheryl is "excited" to make her comeback...