Overview

• She marked DWTS’s 20th anniversary on Instagram with a heartfelt reflection on her two-decade journey.
• She revealed that a cyst burst during a live broadcast and received praise from brother Derek Hough for her resilience.
• Hough joined the show at 18 with $2,000 and training in London, going on to win her first two seasons.
• Over the years she has evolved from professional dancer to judge in 2014 and then co-host of the series in 2023.
• She has openly navigated endometriosis and credited self-care and positive energy for managing her symptoms.