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Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough is an American dancer, actress and singer. Hough first rose to fame in 2007 as a dancer on ABC's reality competition series
Dancing with the Stars
, where she won seasons 4 and 5 alongside her celebrity partners. She left the show in 2009 but returned as a judge from 2014 to 2017. Her work on the series earned her three Emmy Award nominations for outstanding choreography; she won once in 2015. Hough released her first single, "Will You Dance With Me," in 2007. The following year, she released her self-titled album, which debuted at No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart and peaked at No. 3 on the
Billboard
200. Hough made her acting debut in 2001 as an uncredited background actor in
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
. Her next film role was in 2010's
>Burlesque
. The following year, she played Ariel in the remake of
Footloose
. She's also known for her performances as Sherrie in the 2012 film adaptation of the Broadway musical
Rock of Ages
, Katie in the 2012 drama
Safe Haven
and Sandy in the live Fox television production of
Grease
in 2016.
Hough was also a judge for one season on
America's Got Talent
in 2019. Hough is set to make her Broadway debut in 2022 in
POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive
. Hough was married to former NHL player Brooks Laich from 2017 to 2022.
Game of the Throne: Kourtney Kardashian, Charlize Theron and More Celebs Who Posted Pics from the Toilet
Julianne Hough to Publish Thrilling Debut Novel: ‘A Very Personal Story’ (Exclusive)
Stars from
The Bachelor
,
The Bear
and More Stream Onto the Red Carpet for the Launch of Hulu on Disney+: See the Photos!
Julianne Hough Shares Inside Look at Trivia Night with Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert
Julianne Hough Wears a Jumpsuit (No, That's Not a Gown!) to 2024 Oscars: 'She Loves a Fashion Risk,' Says Stylist (Exclusive)
Derek Hough Celebrates Sister Julianne at Kinrgy Fitness Studio Opening with Wife Hayley amid Her Health Crisis
Julianne Hough Starts Every Morning Playing with Her New Puppy in Bed: 'Changes Your Energy' (Exclusive)
Derek Hough Reveals Sister Julianne Moved to D.C. for 2 Weeks to Help amid Wife Hayley's Health Crisis (Exclusive)
'Flippy Bobs' Are Back! All About Hollywood's Hottest Nostalgic Hair Trend
Nina Dobrev's Boyfriend Shaun White Surprises Her with 35th Birthday Trip to Disneyland: 'You Sneaky Lil Devil'
Julianne Hough Debuts Blunt Bob One Day After Doing Her Own Haircut: 'Short & Sweet'
Julianne Hough Takes Scissors and Cuts Her Own Hair at Salon: ‘This Is the New Way, Guys'
Julianne Hough Shares She's Holding Her Family ‘Extra Tight’ After Sister-in-Law Hayley Erbert’s Emergency Craniectomy
Julianne and Derek Hough Will Host
The Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade,
Taped Before Hayley Erbert's Injury
Julianne Hough Asks for Prayers After Brother Derek Hough's Wife Hayley Erbert Is Hospitalized
Who Went Home on
Dancing With The Stars
? All the Season 32 Eliminations
Taylor Swift! J.Lo! Beyoncé x2! Find Out the
DWTS
Finalists' Next Songs and Styles (Exclusive)
Reality TV Stars Who Transitioned to Acting
DWTS
: Julianne Hough Seemingly Outs 1 Couple as 'Lovebirds' and a Surprise Guest Is Welcomed into Rehearsals
Julianne Hough is Chipping in to Help Women Boost Their Confidence and Take a Seat at the Table (Exclsuive)
Julianne Hough Introduces Her New Puppy Sunny to the World: 'I Love You so Much'
Everything to Know About 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 32
All About Derek Hough and Julianne Hough's Brother-Sister Bond
Julianne Hough Comments on Photos of Brother Derek Hough's Wedding: 'Most Breathtaking Weekend'
Julianne Hough's Dating History: From Ryan Seacrest to Brooks Laich
See All the Celebrities Who Attended Derek Hough’s Northern California Wedding to Hayley Erbert (Exclusive)
WATCH: Derek and Julianne Hough Have a Dance-Off with Drew and Jonathan Scott on 'Celebrity IOU' (Exclusive)
Alfonso Ribeiro Teases 'Fantastic' Chemistry with New 'Dancing with the Stars' Co-Host Julianne Hough
15 Actors You Forgot Were in 'Harry Potter', Including Regé-Jean Page and Julianne Hough
'Dancing with the Stars' Will Return to ABC After 1 Season on Disney+
Len Goodman's Former 'Dancing with the Stars' Costars React to His Death: 'We Will Miss You'
Julianne Hough Recalls Initially Passing Up 'Dancing with the Stars' Gig to Be a 'Respected Actress'
Julianne Hough Reveals Ex Ryan Seacrest First Introduced Her to Wine Since She Grew Up Mormon
Gina Rodriguez Shares First Glimpse of Baby Son and Reveals His Name, Charlie
Tyra Banks Praises 'Perfect Choice' Julianne Hough as 'Dancing with the Stars' Replacement: 'A Family Affair'
Derek Hough Praises 'Perfect' Decision to Tap Sister Julianne to Host 'DWTS'
Julianne Hough Joining Alfonso Ribeiro as 'DWTS' Co-Host After Tyra Banks' Exit
Chrissy Teigen Debuts Bright Red Bob, Michelle Williams Cuts a Pixie and More Oscars Night Hair Changes
18 Celebrities Who Are Spreading the Word About the Pain of Endometriosis
Love Her Outfit: Spring-Ready Denim
Julianne Hough Shares Her New York Fashion Week Photo Diary
Nina Dobrev and Julianne Hough's Galentine's Days Essentials, from Diptyque Candles to Alo Yoga Sweats
Julianne Hough Will Sing, Dance and Tell Stories in Four N.Y.C. Concert Dates Next Month
Celebrities Share Their Coming Out Stories
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich's Relationship Timeline
Olivia Newton-John Remembered by Fellow Entertainers After Her Death at 73: 'Thank You for the Music'
Hillary Clinton Visits Broadway's 'POTUS', Gets Cheers Over Questions of Why She Isn't President
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich Had Prenup in Place as New Docs Reveal Details of Their Divorce
Julianne Hough Says She Has a 'Whole New Energy' in Life After Divorce from Brooks Laich
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich Are Officially Divorced More Than 2 Years After Breaking Up
Darren Criss Says He Thrives on 'Chaos' as He Balances Being a New Dad with a Busy Broadway Schedule
Julianne Hough 'Couldn't Be More Happy' About Brother Derek's Engagement: 'I Love Love'
Julianne Hough on Her Broadway Debut, New Chapter: 'I'm Focusing on the Things That Make Me Happy'
Julianne Hough Opens Up About Her 'Next Chapter' as She Moves Into New Home After Divorce
Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough on Being Friendly Exes: 'There Is Nothing Uncomfortable'
Julianne Hough to Make Broadway Debut Alongside Vanessa Williams and Rachel Dratch in Play 'POTUS'
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich Reach Final Agreement in Divorce Nearly 2 Years After Split
Nina Dobrev and Julianne Hough on Being Best Friends and Business Partners: 'We've Grown a Lot'
Julianne Hough Is 'Happy' with New Flame Charlie Wilson, But It's 'Early,' Says Source
Julianne Hough to Guest Host 'DWTS' Finale While Brother Derek Quarantines After COVID Diagnosis
Julianne Hough Spotted Kissing Model Charlie Wilson in L.A.
Julianne Hough Says 'The Activist' Controversy Gave Her 'More of a Fire to Focus' on Doing Right
Padma Lakshmi, Julianne Hough Send Support to Amy Schumer After Her Endometriosis Surgery
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