Derek Hough said : “One of Noah’s greatest strengths is his personality,”

usaToday Monday, May 2, 2022 5:27:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “If he can connect his personal story in those first few lines, we’re gonna be with him and it’s gonna be a powerful moment,”

usaToday Monday, May 2, 2022 5:27:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I will go on the record, that was my favorite freestyle I have ever seen"

usaToday Tuesday, November 23, 2021 8:05:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I feel OK, I feel strong,"

abcactionnews Wednesday, November 17, 2021 5:02:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I feel OK, I feel strong,"

wkbw Wednesday, November 17, 2021 4:46:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I feel OK, I feel strong,"

kxxv Wednesday, November 17, 2021 4:14:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I have some news to share and I want you to hear it straight from me,"

usaToday Wednesday, November 17, 2021 2:09:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : “I am loving Suni 2.0. ... So much fun, so much joy. I like this about you ... For me personally, the frame was a little bouncy, but other than that, honey, you should be so proud of yourself”

al Tuesday, November 16, 2021 2:39:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “Suni, what I love is that you had a realization, an inward realization. You stopped seeking that outward validation, and you’re just enjoying it out there and it’s beautiful, beautiful to witness. Well done. I’m so proud of you”

al Tuesday, November 16, 2021 2:39:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “Suni! My girl! ... New hair, new confidence, I mean, you were amazing,” “You were so vibrant, beautiful ... so magnetic. It was so smooth, the technique. Samba is a tough one, and you danced so beautifully, so gracefully”

al Tuesday, November 9, 2021 3:15:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “I want to be, ‘Yo, 10, let’s go Suni! Do it!’”

al Tuesday, October 26, 2021 3:42:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “I love seeing you open up more and more each week. I had so much fun, you know, when you did that ‘stank face,’ you do this, I was like, ‘Let’s go, girl!’ That was so great, so much fun. Again, well done”

al Tuesday, October 12, 2021 3:58:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough added : “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”

sltrib Tuesday, June 1, 2021 3:26:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “My whole life has felt like a competition, really, to be honest with you. So the competitive nature that Zach has, I feel like I have that within me. But he can go a little too far sometimes,”

sltrib Tuesday, June 1, 2021 3:26:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "What a perfect dance to remind people that you deserve to be here, and that you are a true contender for that Mirrorball Trophy. We held you to a high standard, and you've met it"

southernminn Tuesday, November 24, 2020 2:47:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I couldn't think of a better freestyle to end this season. You guys crushed it,"

usaToday Tuesday, November 24, 2020 6:33:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I want to give it an 11"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "His tush was in another area code,"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "It was pure foxtrot; you were in absolute control throughout that entire routine,"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I forgot to judge; it was wonderful to witness and watch"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "You literally set the place on fire,"

usaToday Tuesday, October 27, 2020 7:52:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I would give you a 10 for joy every single time,"

usaToday Tuesday, October 20, 2020 8:23:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "We're rehearsing, we're icing every night," "It's going to be like a Paso Doble, passionate, flamenco-style dance, and those are the kind of styles of dances that I really like, I really enjoy that flamenco style of guitar, and strings, and drums, and yeah, it's going to be fun"

abc7ny Friday, October 16, 2020 10:32:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "It's a pretty even playing field,"

abc7ny Friday, October 16, 2020 10:32:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough explained : "I was like, 'Was I?' It's so funny," "I had no intention to be tough or anything like that, but I guess what I realize, for me, is that I think I just have a lot of respect. I have a lot of respect for these celebrities and what they're doing and I genuinely want to give them some feedback. 'Cause I know for me when I was a pro, I wanted actual feedback. I want to learn how to be better. So that's what I've always wanted to do"

ibtimes-uk Monday, October 5, 2020 9:33:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "This show has been and will always be incredibly special to me," "Coming back feels like coming home and I couldn't be more excited to be back in the ballroom"

abc7ny Wednesday, September 9, 2020 9:11:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Hm, I hadn't thought of that yet, but that's a good point! I don't have to worry about the boos!" "By the way for me, I bet they'll have a boo track where they'll be like boop, or I'm sure they'll find a way to hold us accountable for our talking points or our judging comments"

abc7ny Wednesday, September 9, 2020 9:11:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough added : "I already have a great relationship with them — I've known them for years," "We've been chatting. We're supposed to be eight feet apart from each other at the judges' desk, so that's going to be a long desk. Bruno and I are very similar in the way I move my body. It's probably good that we're not next to each other, because it would have been a hazard. Poor Carrie Ann would've been dodging arms everywhere"

ibtimes-uk Wednesday, September 9, 2020 11:55:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough explained : "But also, I've been in their shoes. I've been in that experience on the dance floor so I know what it takes,"

ibtimes-uk Wednesday, September 9, 2020 11:55:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "This show has been and will always be incredibly special to me," "Coming back feels like coming home and I couldn't be more excited to be back in the ballroom"

abc7ny Tuesday, September 8, 2020 7:25:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Hm, I hadn't thought of that yet, but that's a good point! I don't have to worry about the boos!" "By the way for me, I bet they'll have a boo track where they'll be like boop, or I'm sure they'll find a way to hold us accountable for our talking points or our judging comments"

abc7ny Tuesday, September 8, 2020 7:25:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough added : "I’ll be very empathic and very compassionate as well,"

news-yahoo Tuesday, September 8, 2020 4:54:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I think there’s going to be some really great dancers this season, from what I see, so I’m really looking forward to that,"

news-yahoo Tuesday, September 8, 2020 4:54:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "This show has been and will always be incredibly special to me," "Coming back feels like coming home and I couldn't be more excited to be back in the ballroom"

abc7ny Tuesday, September 8, 2020 3:40:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I just feel your passion for dance so much. I love the fact that you brought in your culture into this piece. For me, I think it started a bit slow. And then actually that moment with the bamboo, as much as I appreciated it, it felt like it dipped in energy. But I will say this, you all finished strong, which is really, really important,"

abs-cbnnews Wednesday, August 12, 2020 10:35:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Performance is my passion, and I am excited to showcase this in an intimate and personal way,"

prnewswire Monday, February 3, 2020 6:50:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough wrote : "This stuff looks whacky and crazy but diving into it with the understanding of pure energy is a pretty wild experience. Maybe ahead of its time but worth an open mind,"

foxnews Friday, January 24, 2020 8:55:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough recalled : "As soon as I read that, people were texting me like 'Oh my gosh, did you see what she said?'" "And I didn't even know anything about it, I didn't know she said anything, and I saw it and I knew exactly what she meant... because I know her heart, I know who she is"

foxnews Wednesday, December 11, 2019 7:11:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough recalled : "I haven't seen it, but I heard all about it though. I was with all my producers from the show, and they were all talking about it, 'You've gotta see this scene, where for 10 minutes straight, she does an amazing pole dance, for 10 minutes straight,'" "That's some stamina right there"

click2houston Monday, September 16, 2019 2:58:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough added : "So, for me, I was just like, we live in an amazing time when dancing is thriving more than ever. And you know, I see kids in school being popular in school because they dance. So, it's awesome to see how much it's thriving, how well it's doing," "It's continuing to flourish, so I love it"

click2houston Monday, September 16, 2019 2:58:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough wrote : “It brought up old unpleasant memories of being mocked and laughed at for being a boy who danced,”

WashingtonPost Monday, August 26, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough wrote : “It brought up old unpleasant memories of being mocked and laughed at for being a boy who danced,”

WashingtonPost Monday, August 26, 2019 10:17:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Kudos to Lay's for recognizing that it's the simple things in life that hold the most value. Sharing a smile with a friend is often just what you need as your own pick-me-up and everyone, no matter who you are, can appreciate that unexpected bright spot in your day," "I'm honored to join Lay's as they spread smiles on a global scale with Operation Smile, and then also at a community level with the Everyday Smilers who remind us that gestures big and small can create joy"

4-traders Friday, July 26, 2019 8:01:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough : “We’re here right now in these stylish life vests, baby”

wsvn Monday, July 8, 2019 7:44:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough : “We’re here right now in these stylish life vests, baby”

wsvn Saturday, July 6, 2019 3:46:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "But overall you all did your thing, you all did it,"

abs-cbnnews Tuesday, March 26, 2019 9:52:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough told : "The two highest-scoring people who get knocked out [Sunday] will come back at the end of that episode and go head to head in a classic dance battle using the same song,"

upi Saturday, March 16, 2019 3:15:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I actually stole all those things from set -- the tie, the robe. I thought, 'This is gonna be worth something one day.' And, unfortunately, I lost it all, so I don't know where any of it is,"

upi Saturday, March 16, 2019 3:15:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough says : “It’s also inspirational to learn about where these dancers came from and what’s driving them,”

forbes Saturday, March 2, 2019 12:19:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough says : “It’s also inspirational to learn about where these dancers came from and what’s driving them,”

forbes Saturday, March 2, 2019 12:19:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "What's amazing is that the script hasn't changed, but it's still very relevant to today,"

sltrib Thursday, December 1, 2016 10:29:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I actually moved to London when I was 12 years old and went to a theater arts college,"

sltrib Thursday, December 1, 2016 10:29:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "She said, 'Absolutely, do it. It was the best time ever,' " "And seeing her experience and how positive it was just made it an absolute no-brainer"

sltrib Thursday, December 1, 2016 10:29:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I'm doing 10 shows of the New York Spring Spectacular during the week, and Sunday I finish a few shows," "I get on a red eye to L.A. I go straight to the studio to film 'Dancing with the Stars,' and then I finish, do press, and then I go straight to the airport. And then I fly back to New York and arrive Tuesday morning"

abclocal Monday, March 16, 2015 8:19:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "We're creating something that's hasn't been done before,"

abclocal Thursday, February 19, 2015 2:28:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "We're going to make it rain on stage! It's so much fun to tap in the rain and splash around and just get drenched,"

abclocal Thursday, February 19, 2015 2:28:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "The puppeteers are incredible and amazing, and the voices who play the lions are Tina Fey and Amy Poehler so they are hilarious,"

abclocal Thursday, February 19, 2015 2:28:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : “One of Noah’s greatest strengths is his personality,”

usaToday Monday, May 2, 2022 5:27:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “If he can connect his personal story in those first few lines, we’re gonna be with him and it’s gonna be a powerful moment,”

usaToday Monday, May 2, 2022 5:27:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I will go on the record, that was my favorite freestyle I have ever seen"

usaToday Tuesday, November 23, 2021 8:05:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I feel OK, I feel strong,"

abcactionnews Wednesday, November 17, 2021 5:02:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I feel OK, I feel strong,"

wkbw Wednesday, November 17, 2021 4:46:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I feel OK, I feel strong,"

kxxv Wednesday, November 17, 2021 4:14:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I have some news to share and I want you to hear it straight from me,"

usaToday Wednesday, November 17, 2021 2:09:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : “I am loving Suni 2.0. ... So much fun, so much joy. I like this about you ... For me personally, the frame was a little bouncy, but other than that, honey, you should be so proud of yourself”

al Tuesday, November 16, 2021 2:39:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “Suni, what I love is that you had a realization, an inward realization. You stopped seeking that outward validation, and you’re just enjoying it out there and it’s beautiful, beautiful to witness. Well done. I’m so proud of you”

al Tuesday, November 16, 2021 2:39:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “Suni! My girl! ... New hair, new confidence, I mean, you were amazing,” “You were so vibrant, beautiful ... so magnetic. It was so smooth, the technique. Samba is a tough one, and you danced so beautifully, so gracefully”

al Tuesday, November 9, 2021 3:15:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “I want to be, ‘Yo, 10, let’s go Suni! Do it!’”

al Tuesday, October 26, 2021 3:42:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “I love seeing you open up more and more each week. I had so much fun, you know, when you did that ‘stank face,’ you do this, I was like, ‘Let’s go, girl!’ That was so great, so much fun. Again, well done”

al Tuesday, October 12, 2021 3:58:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough added : “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”

sltrib Tuesday, June 1, 2021 3:26:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : “My whole life has felt like a competition, really, to be honest with you. So the competitive nature that Zach has, I feel like I have that within me. But he can go a little too far sometimes,”

sltrib Tuesday, June 1, 2021 3:26:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "What a perfect dance to remind people that you deserve to be here, and that you are a true contender for that Mirrorball Trophy. We held you to a high standard, and you've met it"

southernminn Tuesday, November 24, 2020 2:47:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I couldn't think of a better freestyle to end this season. You guys crushed it,"

usaToday Tuesday, November 24, 2020 6:33:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I want to give it an 11"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "His tush was in another area code,"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "It was pure foxtrot; you were in absolute control throughout that entire routine,"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I forgot to judge; it was wonderful to witness and watch"

usaToday Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:35:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "You literally set the place on fire,"

usaToday Tuesday, October 27, 2020 7:52:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I would give you a 10 for joy every single time,"

usaToday Tuesday, October 20, 2020 8:23:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "We're rehearsing, we're icing every night," "It's going to be like a Paso Doble, passionate, flamenco-style dance, and those are the kind of styles of dances that I really like, I really enjoy that flamenco style of guitar, and strings, and drums, and yeah, it's going to be fun"

abc7ny Friday, October 16, 2020 10:32:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "It's a pretty even playing field,"

abc7ny Friday, October 16, 2020 10:32:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough explained : "I was like, 'Was I?' It's so funny," "I had no intention to be tough or anything like that, but I guess what I realize, for me, is that I think I just have a lot of respect. I have a lot of respect for these celebrities and what they're doing and I genuinely want to give them some feedback. 'Cause I know for me when I was a pro, I wanted actual feedback. I want to learn how to be better. So that's what I've always wanted to do"

ibtimes-uk Monday, October 5, 2020 9:33:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "This show has been and will always be incredibly special to me," "Coming back feels like coming home and I couldn't be more excited to be back in the ballroom"

abc7ny Wednesday, September 9, 2020 9:11:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Hm, I hadn't thought of that yet, but that's a good point! I don't have to worry about the boos!" "By the way for me, I bet they'll have a boo track where they'll be like boop, or I'm sure they'll find a way to hold us accountable for our talking points or our judging comments"

abc7ny Wednesday, September 9, 2020 9:11:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough added : "I already have a great relationship with them — I've known them for years," "We've been chatting. We're supposed to be eight feet apart from each other at the judges' desk, so that's going to be a long desk. Bruno and I are very similar in the way I move my body. It's probably good that we're not next to each other, because it would have been a hazard. Poor Carrie Ann would've been dodging arms everywhere"

ibtimes-uk Wednesday, September 9, 2020 11:55:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough explained : "But also, I've been in their shoes. I've been in that experience on the dance floor so I know what it takes,"

ibtimes-uk Wednesday, September 9, 2020 11:55:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "This show has been and will always be incredibly special to me," "Coming back feels like coming home and I couldn't be more excited to be back in the ballroom"

abc7ny Tuesday, September 8, 2020 7:25:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Hm, I hadn't thought of that yet, but that's a good point! I don't have to worry about the boos!" "By the way for me, I bet they'll have a boo track where they'll be like boop, or I'm sure they'll find a way to hold us accountable for our talking points or our judging comments"

abc7ny Tuesday, September 8, 2020 7:25:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough added : "I’ll be very empathic and very compassionate as well,"

news-yahoo Tuesday, September 8, 2020 4:54:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I think there’s going to be some really great dancers this season, from what I see, so I’m really looking forward to that,"

news-yahoo Tuesday, September 8, 2020 4:54:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "This show has been and will always be incredibly special to me," "Coming back feels like coming home and I couldn't be more excited to be back in the ballroom"

abc7ny Tuesday, September 8, 2020 3:40:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I just feel your passion for dance so much. I love the fact that you brought in your culture into this piece. For me, I think it started a bit slow. And then actually that moment with the bamboo, as much as I appreciated it, it felt like it dipped in energy. But I will say this, you all finished strong, which is really, really important,"

abs-cbnnews Wednesday, August 12, 2020 10:35:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Performance is my passion, and I am excited to showcase this in an intimate and personal way,"

prnewswire Monday, February 3, 2020 6:50:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough wrote : "This stuff looks whacky and crazy but diving into it with the understanding of pure energy is a pretty wild experience. Maybe ahead of its time but worth an open mind,"

foxnews Friday, January 24, 2020 8:55:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough recalled : "As soon as I read that, people were texting me like 'Oh my gosh, did you see what she said?'" "And I didn't even know anything about it, I didn't know she said anything, and I saw it and I knew exactly what she meant... because I know her heart, I know who she is"

foxnews Wednesday, December 11, 2019 7:11:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough recalled : "I haven't seen it, but I heard all about it though. I was with all my producers from the show, and they were all talking about it, 'You've gotta see this scene, where for 10 minutes straight, she does an amazing pole dance, for 10 minutes straight,'" "That's some stamina right there"

click2houston Monday, September 16, 2019 2:58:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough added : "So, for me, I was just like, we live in an amazing time when dancing is thriving more than ever. And you know, I see kids in school being popular in school because they dance. So, it's awesome to see how much it's thriving, how well it's doing," "It's continuing to flourish, so I love it"

click2houston Monday, September 16, 2019 2:58:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough wrote : “It brought up old unpleasant memories of being mocked and laughed at for being a boy who danced,”

WashingtonPost Monday, August 26, 2019 11:21:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough wrote : “It brought up old unpleasant memories of being mocked and laughed at for being a boy who danced,”

WashingtonPost Monday, August 26, 2019 10:17:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "Kudos to Lay's for recognizing that it's the simple things in life that hold the most value. Sharing a smile with a friend is often just what you need as your own pick-me-up and everyone, no matter who you are, can appreciate that unexpected bright spot in your day," "I'm honored to join Lay's as they spread smiles on a global scale with Operation Smile, and then also at a community level with the Everyday Smilers who remind us that gestures big and small can create joy"

4-traders Friday, July 26, 2019 8:01:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough : “We’re here right now in these stylish life vests, baby”

wsvn Monday, July 8, 2019 7:44:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough : “We’re here right now in these stylish life vests, baby”

wsvn Saturday, July 6, 2019 3:46:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "But overall you all did your thing, you all did it,"

abs-cbnnews Tuesday, March 26, 2019 9:52:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough told : "The two highest-scoring people who get knocked out [Sunday] will come back at the end of that episode and go head to head in a classic dance battle using the same song,"

upi Saturday, March 16, 2019 3:15:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I actually stole all those things from set -- the tie, the robe. I thought, 'This is gonna be worth something one day.' And, unfortunately, I lost it all, so I don't know where any of it is,"

upi Saturday, March 16, 2019 3:15:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough says : “It’s also inspirational to learn about where these dancers came from and what’s driving them,”

forbes Saturday, March 2, 2019 12:19:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough says : “It’s also inspirational to learn about where these dancers came from and what’s driving them,”

forbes Saturday, March 2, 2019 12:19:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "What's amazing is that the script hasn't changed, but it's still very relevant to today,"

sltrib Thursday, December 1, 2016 10:29:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I actually moved to London when I was 12 years old and went to a theater arts college,"

sltrib Thursday, December 1, 2016 10:29:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "She said, 'Absolutely, do it. It was the best time ever,' " "And seeing her experience and how positive it was just made it an absolute no-brainer"

sltrib Thursday, December 1, 2016 10:29:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "I'm doing 10 shows of the New York Spring Spectacular during the week, and Sunday I finish a few shows," "I get on a red eye to L.A. I go straight to the studio to film 'Dancing with the Stars,' and then I finish, do press, and then I go straight to the airport. And then I fly back to New York and arrive Tuesday morning"

abclocal Monday, March 16, 2015 8:19:00 PM EAT

Derek Hough said : "We're creating something that's hasn't been done before,"

abclocal Thursday, February 19, 2015 2:28:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "We're going to make it rain on stage! It's so much fun to tap in the rain and splash around and just get drenched,"

abclocal Thursday, February 19, 2015 2:28:00 AM EAT

Derek Hough said : "The puppeteers are incredible and amazing, and the voices who play the lions are Tina Fey and Amy Poehler so they are hilarious,"

abclocal Thursday, February 19, 2015 2:28:00 AM EAT