Derek Hough - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 17, 1985 |
|---|---|
| Age | 40 |
| Birthplace | Salt Lake City, Utah, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Derek Hough's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Winning multiple seasons of 'Dancing with the Stars' and his work as a professional dancer and choreographer. |
Intro
Derek Hough is an American professional dancer, choreographer, actor, and singer. He is best known for his work on 'Dancing with the Stars,' where he has won a record six seasons, and for his performances in stage productions and television.
Early Life & Background
Derek Hough was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, and began dancing at a young age. At 12, he moved to London to study dance under renowned coaches, which significantly shaped his talent and future career. He comes from a family of dancers, with his sister Julianne Hough also gaining fame in the same field.
Career Highlights
- Won six seasons of 'Dancing with the Stars' (a show record)
- Won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Choreography
- Starred as Corny Collins in NBC's 'Hairspray Live!'
- Judge on 'World of Dance' alongside Jennifer Lopez and Ne-Yo
- Performed in various Broadway and West End productions
Trivia
- Derek Hough is the only professional dancer on 'Dancing with the Stars' to have won six times.
- He has co-authored a memoir titled 'Taking the Lead: Lessons from a Life in Motion'.
- His sister, Julianne Hough, is also a professional dancer, actress, and singer.
FAQs
People also ask
Derek Hough is 40 years old.
Derek Hough was born the 17 May 1985.
Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About May 17th, 1985, in brief:
- Historical events: Abe Burrows, born Abram Solman Borowitz on December 18, 1910, was a prominent American writer, composer, and director known for his work in radio, Broadway, and television. He co-wrote the book for the acclaimed musical 'Guys and Dolls' and won a Pulitzer Prize for 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.' Burrows passed away on May 17, 1985, in New York City after a long illness.
- Day of the week: May 17th, 1985 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Don't You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds
- #1 UK song: 19 by Paul Hardcastle
- Popular movie: Back to the Future directed by Robert Zemeckis
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