Derek Hough, 1985
Actors · May 17, 1985
Derek Hough
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Derek Hough is 41 years old, born May 17, 1985 in United States · Taurus.
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About
Derek Hough turned competitive ballroom into Emmy-winning choreography and a two-decade TV presence. Born May 17, 1985, the American dancer, choreographer, actor, and singer won Dancing with the Stars six times as a professional contestant from 2007 to 2016, then pivoted to judging and hosting. He's earned 14 Emmy nominations for choreography, winning 4 times. As a Taurus, Hough balances precision technique with creative reinvention.
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Biography
Derek Hough is an American professional Latin and ballroom dancer, choreographer, actor, singer, and television personality born May 17, 1985. From 2007 to 2016, he was a professional dancer on ABC's Dancing with the Stars, winning the competition a record-breaking six times with various celebrity partners. For his choreography work, Hough received 14 Primetime Emmy nominations and won the award 4 times.
Beyond competition, Hough has built a stage and screen career. He performed in the West End premiere of Footloose: The Musical at the Novello Theatre and appeared in the 2015 New York Spring Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. In film and television, he starred in Make Your Move and had a recurring role in ABC's musical-drama Nashville. In 2016, he played Corny Collins in NBC's live musical TV-production Hairspray Live!.
From 2017 to 2020, Hough served as a judge on NBC's World of Dance. Since September 2025, he has been hosting Extra, beginning with its 32nd season. Born under the sign of Taurus, Hough's career reflects the sign's dedication to mastering craft. As a performer and judge, dancers work across live broadcasts, studio recordings, and choreographic development, blending athleticism with artistic interpretation.
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Trivia
- Hough won Dancing with the Stars a record-breaking six times, more than any other professional dancer on the show.
- He earned 14 Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Choreography and won the award 4 times.
- He has hosted Extra since September 2025, beginning with the show's 32nd season.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. Derek Hough often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
- An Yu-jinGoat · 2003
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Frequently asked
- How old is Derek Hough?
- Derek Hough is 41 years old (born May 17, 1985).
- When is Derek Hough's birthday?
- Derek Hough was born on May 17, 1985.
- What is Derek Hough's zodiac sign?
- Derek Hough is a Taurus, born May 17, 1985.
- What is Derek Hough's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Derek Hough was born in 1985, the year of the Wood Ox.
- Where is Derek Hough from?
- Derek Hough is from United States.
- What does Derek Hough do?
- Derek Hough is a actor.
- Is Derek Hough still alive?
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