Derek Hough
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Derek Hough is an American screen actor, at home in the middle of an ensemble. The role of Dancer in 'Rock of Ages' is the one audiences place him by. Viewers may also place him from 'Dancing with the Stars'. The professional span reaches 25 years so far. He won the Emmy for 'Dancing with the Stars'.
Derek Hough
7 Movies
3 Series
Derek Hough is an American screen actor, at home in the middle of an ensemble. The role of Dancer in 'Rock of Ages' is the one audiences place him by. Viewers may also place him from 'Dancing with the Stars'. The professional span reaches 25 years so far. He won the Emmy for 'Dancing with the Stars'.
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The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular
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Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
Self - Host
2023
Film
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
Self
2022
Film
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
Self
2021
Film
Holidays With the Houghs
Himself - Host
2019
Film
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series
Zack Roy · 3 episodes
2019–
TV
Jane the Virgin
Salsa Dancer · 1 episode
2014–
TV
Make Your Move
Donny
2013
Film
Rock of Ages
Dancer
2012
Film
Better With You
Philip · 1 episode
2010–
TV
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How old is Derek Hough and where are they from?
Derek Hough is 41 years old, born on May 17, 1985 in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Derek Hough?
Derek Hough is best known for roles in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Rock of Ages, Hairspray Live!.
How many movies has Derek Hough been in?
Over a 25-year career (since 2001), Derek Hough has appeared in 3 movies and 3 TV shows.
What was Derek Hough's first movie?
The career of Derek Hough began with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001).
What is Derek Hough's most recent movie or series?
Derek Hough's most recent release is Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, which premiered on July 13, 2026.
What TV shows has Derek Hough appeared in?
On television, Derek Hough has appeared in Jane the Virgin, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, The D'Amelio Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!.
Derek Hough
1985-05-17 · Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
Derek Hough is an American professional Latin and ballroom dancer, choreographer, actor and singer. From 2007 to 2016, Hough was a professional dancer on the ABC dance competition series Dancing with the Stars, winning the show a record-breaking six times with his celebrity partners. He later became a judge on the series beginning with its 29th season.
Hough has also appeared as an actor on stage, appearing at the West End premiere of Footloose: The Musical at the Novello Theatre and as well as the 2015 New York Spring Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. In film and television, he has starred in the film Make Your Move and had a recurring role in the ABC musical-drama Nashville. In 2016, he appeared as Corny Collins in NBC's live musical TV-production of Hairspray Live! From 2017 to 2020, Hough served as a judge on the NBC dance competition series World of Dance. In 2024, Hough co-starred in Jennifer Lopez autobiographical musical comedy 'This Is Me... Now'.
Hough is a four-time Emmy winner for Outstanding Choreography and has earned fourteen Emmy Award nominations in total for his work on Dancing with the Stars.