"I'm actually in a long-distance relationship, so he lives in Boston and he comes out to L.A. every few weeks when he can," Liukin told E! News last month.
"Something my dad actually taught me when I was 15 or 16 was you'll make time for whatever and whoever is important to you," she added. "Even before I met him I was like, 'There's absolutely no way, I have no time to date!' But I think when you find someone you love, you make time for them."
Although Liukin didn't take home the Mirrorball Trophy (she was eliminated during the semi-finals following partner Derek Hough's injury), the Olympian said her dancing partner "taught me to just live in the moment and really enjoy the journey."
Sounds like great advice for both on and off the stage.
Congratulations, you two!
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