Derek Hough
Derek Hough is an American professional dancer, choreographer, actor, singer, and television personality best known for his work on the ABC competition series Dancing with the Stars.
Derek Hough is an American dancer, choreographer, and television personality best known for his record-setting six wins on Dancing with the Stars.
What it is
Derek Hough rose to fame as a professional dancer on ABC's Dancing with the Stars from 2007 to 2016, later becoming a judge. He has won six seasons with celebrity partners, more than any other pro in the show's history. His work extends to choreography, earning four Primetime Emmy Awards.
Key details
Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1985, Hough spent part of his teen years training in ballroom and Latin dance in London. He is the brother of dancer and actress Julianne Hough. In 2023, he married dancer Hayley Erbert. Beyond television, he has acted, sung, written a memoir, and performed in stage productions.
Why it matters
Hough's influence on competitive dance television is significant, particularly through his record wins and Emmy-winning choreography. In Canada, he is widely recognized via the international broadcast of Dancing with the Stars and related live entertainment appearances.
In short
- Six-time winner on Dancing with the Stars, a series record.
- Four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Choreography.
- Married to dancer Hayley Erbert since 2023.
- Trained in London as a teen in ballroom and Latin dance.
Hough is best known in Canada through the international broadcast and popularity of Dancing with the Stars, along with related television appearances and live dance entertainment.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derek_HoughSupports: Birth date, nationality, occupations, Dancing with the Stars tenure, six wins, Emmy nominations and wins, judge role.
- Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/movies-tv/derek-houghSupports: Early training in London, Latin world champion claim, DWTS record wins, and memoir.
- BroadwayWorld — https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Derek-Hough/Supports: Career overview and Primetime Emmy wins for choreography.
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2625538/bio/Supports: Birth place, career credits, and marriage to Hayley Erbert.
- Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/derek-hough/Supports: Career summary, DWTS wins, judge role, other television and stage work, and marriage.