Why Julianne Hough’s Fans Thought Brother Derek Hough Was Her Husband

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Julianne Hough wasn’t feeling the rhythm of this dating rumor. 

The co-host of “Dancing With the Stars” recently looked back at her early days on the show, sharing an unusual incident where fans assumed she was married to her brother Derek Hough. During the September 5 episode of the “Chicks in the Office” podcast, Julianne (aged 37) reminisced about their first live tour performance. Carrie Ann Inaba choreographed everything, and the unique rumba dance they performed together was known as the dance of love. The twist being, Derek and Julianne had to perform it together.

To put it simply, the Rumba is a highly emotional style of ballroom dancing. Although Julianne and Derek, aged 40 who first appeared on the dance competition series in 2007, have excelled at every routine they’ve danced together, some viewers found this particular performance to be overly intimate for siblings.

In the program, Derek and Julianne Hough were listed together as if they were a married couple, leading others to believe so while watching them perform a rumba. Upon discovering they were siblings, some people were taken aback, with one audience member even exclaiming, “That’s just wrong!” at the revelation.

In spite of an awkward incident, the actor renowned for his role in “Footloose” disclosed that Carrie Ann had apologized for arranging the dance routine between them.

Even though the brother-sister dancers from Dancing With the Stars no longer perform competitively, they remain connected to the long-lasting competition show. Julianne started co-hosting the dance series with Alfonso Ribeiro in 2023, while Derek-expecting his first baby with Hayley Erbert, a former DWTS contestant-now sits on the judging panel alongside Carrie Ann and Bruno Tonioli.

She clarified, “It’s quite fascinating that we can approach things differently, yet still in our own distinct styles.” “[Though we are individually unique], we share some commonalities, which creates a similar vibe among us, but make no mistake, we remain uniquely separate entities.

Regarding Julianne’s chemistry while dancing, it’s not a new observation that fans often speculate about her relationships with her past dance partners. Notably, she has recently clarified that she is not romantically involved with her season four partner, Apolo Ohno.

The actress from “Burlesque” shared her thoughts about being on the show, stating it felt like stepping into a completely different world during an interview on Owen Thiele’s “In Your Dreams” podcast in June. In this world, it seemed as if everyone either found love or got involved with someone else. Despite what everyone speculated, there was absolutely no truth to the rumors that she and her partner Apolo were romantically linked – not even a single chance in a million years.

Keep reading to see more celebrity confessions…

In a June 2024 tweet, Jason Kelce commented humorously on being perceived as someone who might not regularly clean their feet, in response to an observation that he appears not to wash his lower legs and feet.

The retired Philadelphia Eagles player later doubled down on his comments.

In a light-hearted manner, he jokingly commented during an episode of their podcast, “New Heights”, saying, “What kind of psychopath washes another man’s feet?” He further explained, “If they have visible dirt, I’ll gently clean it off.

Nearly thirteen years following Robert Pattinson’s revelation about witnessing a clown’s death in a circus car bombing as a child, he confessed that this account was not accurate.

In the interview with The New York Times Style Magazine in December 2024, Robert remembered expressing no hesitation at all, instead exclaiming something to the effect of, “What in the world? Are you under some sort of possession?

As for what he said during the 2011 Today interview promoting his film Water for Elephants?

At that moment, one of the clowns met a tragic accident. His miniature vehicle suddenly burst into flames, which was quite unexpected and alarming. Everyone quickly evacuated the area due to the commotion and fear.

Grandma knows best.

During an episode of ‘The Kardashians’ in October 2022, Kim Kardashian openly discussed how her grandmother, Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell, played a significant role in influencing an intimate moment she shared with her then-boyfriend, Pete Davidson.

Last weekend, while residing at the illustrious Beverly Hills Hotel, my companion and I found ourselves nestled comfortably before a crackling fireplace for hours on end. In a moment of reminiscing, I shared with MJ, dear Kris Jenner, and my sister Khloe Kardashian, a tale passed down from my grandmother: life is truly lived when one engages intimately in front of a roaring fireplace. As a tribute to her, we chose to recreate that experience within the warm embrace of the fire’s glow.

Grandma’s reaction? A nod of approval.

It’s sort of unsettling to think about your grandmother in that context,” Kim remarked. To which MJ responded, “Yes, I understand, we were all young at some point.

In my expert opinion, the bond of love within Ashton Kutcher’s family, comprising his wife Mila Kunis, their lovely daughter Wyatt (age 8), and energetic son Dimitri (age 6), transcends all barriers. It’s a heartwarming testament to their strong familial ties.

So much so, that the Black Swan actress revealed they keep an open-door policy at home.

She informed TopMob News in September 2022 that it encompasses the bathroom. Essentially, she explained that, whether good or bad, her family has made it normal for everyone, including children, to talk about bodily functions openly.

After persistent requests from her family to enter, Mila finally decided to let them in, which led to her responding, ‘Well, alright then, leave the door open.’

Pre-kids, she might not have imagined she’d flush that particular boundary away.

In my experience as a lifestyle enthusiast, I found myself pleasantly surprised when I discovered that I could comfortably use the restroom with the door open – something I hadn’t anticipated doing before.

Ghouls just want to have fun.

During a particular episode in October 2022, as the panelists on The View discussed footage about a woman claiming to have “sexual ghosts” in her home, Sara Haines posed an intriguing query to the group: “Could a ghost impregnate someone during a sexual encounter?

Gratefully for her, Joy Behar, the co-host, provided a response, humorously stating, “I’ve been intimate with some ghosts, but I’ve never conceived.

In response, Whoopi Goldberg simply chose not to address the matter directly, saying, “I’ll let it pass for now, since I believe some of you may have missed what Joy just mentioned.

Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb share a very close bond, although there’s one thing Hoda wasn’t aware of regarding her co-host on the show Today. During preparations for an episode of Today with Hoda and Jenna, Hoda found out that Jenna often doesn’t wear underwear.

During a particular episode of “Today with Hoda and Jenna” in November 2022, Hoda mentioned an instance where they both needed to re-enter the changing room. However, she pointed out something unusual about Jenna – she doesn’t usually wear undergarments.

Jenna’s rationale? Well, no underwear might just be more convenient to her.

She commented, “It gives a more aesthetically pleasing outline.” Furthermore, she mentioned that the advantages are numerous, suggesting that there might be less to carry along.

Looks like someone hasn’t been keeping up.

As an ardent admirer, I couldn’t help but resonate deeply with Keke Palmer’s catchy phrase when Britney Spears confessed her unfamiliarity with Pete Davidson and Scott Disick. In essence, it feels like they could be strolling down the street, yet they remain strangers to me as well!

Sharing again on Instagram a hilarious March video featuring Pete (previously dating Kim Kardashian and ex of Kourtney Kardashian) and his buddy, which left Britney in fits of laughter.

Apologies for resharing, this was originally posted elsewhere. Britney found a video amusing and couldn’t identify the individuals involved, but their antics had her rolling with laughter!

Before Chris Evans became widely recognized as Captain America and People’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2022, Jana Kramer knew him as the charming, attractive man she went out on several dates with.

Approximately eleven years back, the singer disclosed during her appearance on the “Whine Down with Jana Kramer” podcast in November, although she doesn’t precisely remember the number of dates they had, she does vividly remember their final meeting.

At approximately 26 years of age, Jana shared that Chris had invited her to his home, as he was hosting friends who were visiting from Boston.

Jana recalled her last clear memory was him heading into the bathroom shortly after she had gone there following eating asparagus. They didn’t spend the night together that evening. Instead, he stayed up late with friends and in the morning, I exited his house feeling self-conscious due to what is known as the “asparagus walk of shame.

She added, “I never heard from him again.”

Not all of these confessions are amusing.

After eight years, writer Elisabeth Finch confessed in December that the bone cancer diagnosis she had disclosed in an ELLE article was actually a hoax. Even her fabricated story inspired a plotline on Grey’s Anatomy.

In her conversation with The Ankler newsletter on December 7th, Elizabeth expressed that telling a lie at the age of 34 was the greatest error she ever made. This mistake only grew larger and more profound over time, becoming increasingly entrenched within her. To put it simply, she said, “It kept getting bigger and buried deeper.” Furthermore, she clarified, “I’ve never had any form of cancer.

In simpler terms, Finch, who temporarily stepped down from his role in the ABC medical drama and later resigned, admitted, “My actions were wrong. Not acceptable. A mistake. Essentially, a big mess-up.

Beauty is pain, but Kim Kardashian might be able to stomach it.

As a die-hard enthusiast, I’d be only too eager to spill the beans to The New York Times about the extraordinary measures I’d take in my quest for a more radiant, youthful look. Frankly, if there’s a potion, procedure, or product that promises to roll back the years, count me in!

She stated in June, “If you claimed I needed to consume feces daily for a more youthful appearance, I might consider it.

During an interview with Allure in July 2022, Kim clarified that her previous remark was somewhat playful, although it didn’t appear entirely implausible.

Instead, Kim noted, “Reflecting on it now, I suppose I might even consider eating such a thing if someone said to me, ‘Consume this daily bowl of excrement and you’ll appear more youthful.’

She wondered if there was enough space for just a small amount, as she said to the outlet, “Perhaps only a single bite,” hinting that a full bowl might be too much for her.

Jelly Roll could’ve used some saving from himself.

During a guest spot on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” in April 2025, the artist known for “Save Me” freely shared an especially mortifying incident from his past.

“I pooped myself one time,” he admitted. “I did, I’m sorry.”

To be honest, it’s important to note that Jelly Roll (born as Jason Bradley DeFord) likely wasn’t anticipating such a devastating impact.

He firmly stated, “I believed there was nothing but empty space.” Regrettably, he acknowledged, “The adoration that once surrounded me has vanished, leaving only indifference.

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2025-09-08 19:47