Professional dancer and Dancing with the Stars judge Derek Hough has announced the arrival of his first child with wife Hayley Erbert, marking a joyous milestone following a terrifying health crisis two years prior.
A Joyous Arrival After a Difficult Journey
The couple revealed that their daughter, Everley Capri Hough, was born on December 29, 2025. They shared the happy news on Instagram on Monday, 5 January 2026, posting tender photos of them cradling their newborn's feet.
"Every step of our lives has led us to you. Our hearts have been cracked wide open and our world is forever changed," the new parents wrote in their caption. The post was quickly flooded with congratulatory messages, including one from Hough's sister, Julianne Hough, who welcomed her "sweet angel" niece to the world.
The 'Miracle' Recovery That Preceded the Pregnancy
Everley's birth carries profound significance for the family, arriving just over two years after Hayley Erbert faced a life-threatening medical emergency. In December 2023, while on tour with DWTS, the professional dancer suffered a cranial hematoma from a burst blood vessel, requiring emergency brain surgery.
The procedure, a craniectomy, was followed by a skull implant operation. Remarkably, Erbert made a full recovery and was back performing on stage within four months. Hough, who had married Erbert in August 2023, has repeatedly called his wife's survival and swift return to health a medical "miracle."
Looking to a Bright Future
The couple first announced they were expecting in July 2025, sharing their excitement with fans after a period defined by resilience and recovery. The birth of their daughter represents a powerful new chapter, transforming a story of fear and uncertainty into one of hope and celebration.
Fans of the Dancing with the Stars alumni have followed their journey closely, celebrating each positive update since Erbert's health scare. The arrival of baby Everley is seen as the triumphant culmination of their challenging path to parenthood.
