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Derek Hough and his wife, Hayley Erbert, are dancing into a brand-new, heartwarming chapter of their lives: they’ve officially become parents! The “Dancing With the Stars” judge took to Instagram with his wife to share the joyful news of their sweet baby’s arrival and name.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 5

Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert welcome first child into the world

Derek Hough and his wife Hayley Erbert are parents. The Dancing with the Stars judge and the 31-year-old dancer welcomed a baby girl called Everley Capri Hough into the world on December 29, 2025, and announced her arrival on Instagram on Monday (01.05.26).

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 28

Would Derek Hough’s Wife Hayley Erbert Return to ‘Dancing With the Stars’?

It’s been seven years since Hayley Erbert was part of the Dancing With the Stars troupe. Although her husband, Derek Hough, is a judge on the show, she hasn’t been professionally dancing on DWTS since Season 27.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 14

Derek Hough Offers to Do ‘Survivor’ If Boston Rob Does ‘DWTS’ — and Jeff Probst Weighs In

He can out-dance his competition, but can Derek Hough outwit, outplay, and outlast? Hough, a pro dancer-turned-judge on Dancing With the Stars, says he’ll compete on Survivor if Survivor veteran Rob Mariano a.k.a.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 29

2025 Holiday TV: ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas,’ ‘The Neighborhood’ & More Must-See Fare

You’ll be rockin’ around the TV this holiday season as we round up five must-see seasonal selections airing this December. Scroll down for a closer look.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 26

Derek & Julianne Hough’s Mom Makes Rare Appearance at ‘DWTS’ Finale (Photos)

The Dancing With the Stars Season 34 Finale was a memorable night not only for the contestants but also for Derek and Julianne Hough. During the show’s Tuesday, November 25, episode, the siblings took a moment to pose for a sweet photo with their mother, Marriann Hough.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 26

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Finale Recap: Who Won Season 34? (Videos)

It all comes down to this! The five finalists on Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars performed three more dances during the Tuesday, November 25, finale before a winner was announced.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 23

Dancing with the Stars' Derek Hough 'absorbed' wife Hayley Erbert's pregnancy emotions

Derek Hough is experiencing a wave of emotions ahead of becoming a dad. The Dancing with the Stars judge joked he has "absorbed" all of his 31-year-old wife Hayley Erbert’s pregnancy feelings as the couple gears up to welcome their first child together.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 19

Julianne Hough: I'm ready to be a mom

Julianne Hough feels "ready to be a mom". Derek Hough, Julianne's brother, and his wife Hayley Erbert are currently preparing for the arrival of their first child, and the 37-year-old dancer has now revealed that she's keen to follow in her sibling's footsteps.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 14

Will ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Return for Season 35? Everything We Know So Far

Dancing With the Stars is having a major moment in 2025. In its 20th year on the air, the show is getting more buzz than ever, and it has the ratings to show for it.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 14

‘DWTS’: Why Tom Bergeron’s the Only One Who Can Fill Len Goodman’s Judge Seat

Tom Bergeron made a triumphant return to Dancing With the Stars for this show’s 20th Birthday episode, and many are hoping that this could be the beginning of a permanent comeback.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 12

Tom Bergeron Wants the Return of the ‘DWTS’ Results Show — And Fans Agree

Tom Bergeron used his return to the Dancing With the Stars ballroom to make a plea to ABC. The original DWTS host joined Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli during the show’s Tuesday, November 11, 20th Birthday Party episode.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 11

Robert Irwin Reflects on Cheering for Sister Bindi on ‘DWTS’ With Throwback Photos

As Dancing With the Stars celebrates its 20th anniversary, Robert Irwin is taking a look back at his history with the ABC competition series. As many fans know, Robert’s sister, Bindi Irwin, famously won Season 21 of DWTS with Derek Hough in 2015.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 6

‘DWTS’: Robert Irwin Shares Update After ‘Almost Dying’ in Frightening Medical Emergency

It was Halloween Night on Dancing With the Stars last week, but Robert Irwin experienced quite the scare during the show’s latest episode. Irwin and his pro partner, Witney Carson, turned in two memorable performances during the show’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night on Tuesday, November 4.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 5

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Guest Judge Flavor Flav Explains Controversial Alix Earle Score

Flavor Flav was the guest judge on the Tuesday, November 4, episode of Dancing With the Stars, and some of his scoring decisions had viewers scratching their heads.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 5

Tom Bergeron Returning to ‘Dancing With the Stars’ as Guest Judge: ‘It’s My Happy Place’

Cue the confetti: Tom Bergeron is back on Dancing With the Stars! The beloved original host of ABC’s long-running competition series is returning as a guest judge for Season 34’s ninth episode, “The 20th Birthday Party,” airing Tuesday, November 11.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 29

Cheryl Burke Reveals Why She Was ‘So Nervous’ About Her ‘DWTS’ Return

Cheryl Burke made a triumphant return to the Dancing With the Stars ballroom on October 28. She wasn’t holding frame, but rather holding up paddles as she joined longtime colleagues Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli at the judges’ table.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 29

‘DWTS’ Fans Give Verdict on Cheryl Burke After Her Shocking Return to Show

Cheryl Burke made her surprise return to Dancing With the Stars on Tuesday (October 28), three years after saying farewell to the hit ABC competition series.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 27

Why Did Cheryl Burke Leave ‘Dancing With the Stars’? Her Complicated History With the Show

Cheryl Burke is making an unexpected return to Dancing With the Stars during the Tuesday, October 28, episode. She’ll be sitting alongside Derek Hough, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Bruno Tonioli as a guest judge for Halloween Night.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 23

Derek Hough Hits Back at Ryan Seacrest, Insists ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Story Is ‘Not True’

Dancing With the Stars judge Derek Hough has denied claims made by Ryan Seacrest that he caused chaos on the Celebrity Wheel of Fortune set, saying the story is “1000% not true.” The claim came from a recent interview Seacrest gave to USA Today, where he said he had to reprimand Hough when he appeared on the long-running game show on September 26.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 21

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Recap: Whitney & Jordan Top the Leaderboard Before a Surprise Elimination

Dancing With the Stars fans were changed for good during the show’s first-ever Wicked Night. To celebrate the upcoming release of Wicked: For Good, the remaining couples danced to hits from the beloved Broadway show and film adaptation.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / September 15

Dancing with the Stars' Derek Hough 'can't wait' to become a dad

Derek Hough "can't wait" to become a dad. In July, the former Dancing with the Stars professional dancer and his wife, Hayley Erbert Hough, 30, announced they are welcoming their first child into the world, and he is excited about planning trips and activities with his little one.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / August 13

Is Derek Hough Leaving ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Amid ‘Extra’ Hosting Gig?

Derek Hough has a brand new job as the host of Extra, but what does it mean for his future with Dancing With the Stars? Fans of the dancing competition show, don’t fear!

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

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Entertainment News / Yardbarker / March 30, 2021

'Dancing with the Stars' returning for landmark 30th season

Tuesday afternoon, Dancing with the Stars announced it will return for a 30th season on ABC this fall: Tyra Banks will again serve as host, according to Entertainment Weekly, while the returning judges will be Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough.

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