Derek Hough
Derek Hough
Derek Hough is an American professional latin and ballroom dancer, choreographer, actor, singer-songwriter, and musician...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionDancer
Date of Birth17 May 1985
CitySalt Lake City, UT
CountryUnited States of America
funny gets good mindset regardless watching
I think for me, the thing that gets me in the right mindset is just watching something funny, something light, something that makes me feel good. Regardless of what it is - when you feel good, when you feel upbeat, creativity flows!
certain everybody general known models themselves
I think models in general have a certain insecurity about themselves because they're known for being beautiful, so they have to prove to everybody they have personality and they are intelligent.
complacent learning push
For me, I like to push myself... I hate feeling complacent or that I'm not learning.
funny maybe needs people possibly
Can someone's true value really be estimated? Maybe there needs to be an Edmunds.com for people on TV. That would be funny and possibly cruel.
dancing definitely gesture hand head might move moved routine slightly slow subtleties tap tip whether
Whether I'm doing a routine where I want to move people, or if I want to feel moved myself, I definitely tap into those moments where it's not just dancing or movement. It might just be a hand gesture or just a slow look, or even just the way you slightly tip your head forward. These subtleties speak volumes.
art school television
I went to a theater arts school, so I'm interested in many different projects, whether it be film, television or even live theater. I'm a performer. That's what I do. That's what I want to do.
hurt problem cool-things
I'm just the biggest klutz. That's the problem. I don't get hurt doing cool things.
skin-tone skins realizing
My type, which I didnt realize until somebody pointed out to me, apparently is brunettes with darker skin tones, but that is about it as far as aesthetically.
teaching passion blessing
I enjoy being a student and learning. I don't think you should ever stop being a student. That's where the most creative ideas come from. Teaching is a blessing as well because I get to share what I've learned and my passion for creative movement with people.
new-york fun spring
My character Jack in the New York Spring Spectacular is a lot of fun. He's playful, he's full of life. He can make things come to life. He can make things happen.
dream partners willing
For me, a dream partner is someone who is willing to learn and to put their trust in me.
broadway want helping
Id like to do Broadway if the right project came along, but my mission in life is that I want to help change peoples lives.
bullying powerful voice
Let me tell you right now, you are not alone. Seeking help requires incredible strength and courage. The most powerful weapon you have against bullying is your voice,
writing play want
It's such a cliche thing to say. I want to choreograph, I want to direct, I want to act, I want to write music, I want to play music, I want to sing. For me, it's never-ending. I want to do it all, really.