Hayley Erbert's biography: all we know about Derek Hough's wife
Hayley Erbert is an American-born dancer, actress, Instagram influencer, and social media personality based in Los Angeles, California. She rose to prominence after taking part in the So You Think You Can Dance challenge on FOX TV. The pro dancer is also a Dancing with the Stars dance troupe member.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Profile summary
- Hayley Erbert's biography
- What is the age difference between Derek and Hayley?
- What is Hayley Erbert famous for?
- How much is Hayley Erbert worth?
- Relationship with Derek Hough
- Are Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert engaged?
- When was Hayley Erbert's wedding?
- TikTok challenge participation
- How tall is Hayley Erbert?
- What is Hayley Erbert doing now?
- Hayley Erbert's accident
- Quick facts about Hayley Erbert
Hayley's speciality is in the contemporary form of dance. She emerged among the top 3 females during the 19th So You Think You Can Dance show. Interestingly, she performed alongside several other celebrities, such as Joshua Allen, Dmitry Chaplin and Twitch. So far, she has participated in four DWTS tours and seven DWTS seasons.
Profile summary
| Full name | Hayley Erbert |
| Gender | Female |
| Date of birth | October 11 1994 |
| Age | 29 years (as of 2024) |
| Zodiac sign | Libra |
| Place of birth | Topeka, Kansas, United States |
| Current residence | Los Angeles, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christian |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Height | 5'6" (167 cm) |
| Weight | 123 lbs (56 kgs) |
| Body measurements | 36-24-36 inches (91-60-91 cm) |
| Hair colour | Brown |
| Eye colour | Brown |
| Mother | Debbie Schwartz |
| Father | Jerry Erbert |
| Relationship status | Married |
| Spouse | Derek Hough |
| School | Washburn Rural High School |
| Profession | Dancer, actress, Instagram influencer, and entrepreneur |
| Net worth | $20 million |
| @hayley.erbert |
Hayley Erbert's biography
Hayley was born on October 11, 1994, in Topeka, Kansa, USA. Her parents, Debbie Swartz and Jerry Erbert, divorced while she was still a young girl.
She was, therefore, raised by her mother and stepfather, Jim Swartz. Her mother is the marketing director of Kaw Valley Bank, while her stepfather is a pharmacist. The dancer has one older brother.
At three years of age, the American professional dancer was passionate about dancing and gymnastics. Her mom and stepdad encouraged her to take part in dancing and modelling. She studied at Washburn Rural High School and began polishing her dancing skills while in high school.
What is the age difference between Derek and Hayley?
Hayley Erbert is presently 29 years old, while Derek, born on May 17, 1985, is 38 years old, making him 9 years older than his wife.
What is Hayley Erbert famous for?
The 29-year-old is renowned for her dancing abilities, and her resumé speaks volumes. Hayley began her career by competing on Fox's series, So You Think You Can Dance, during the 10th season in 2013. When she emerged among the top 3 females, it opened other avenues as she got more dancing gigs.
She toured with two famous Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) stars, Derek Hough and Julianne, in the Move Live on Tour in 2014 and 2015 summers. This paved the way for her appearance on Dancing with the Stars in 2018.
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Is Hayley Erbert on DWTS?
Presently, she is not. Because of her brilliant performance after the latest episode, most fans of the show petitioned the producers as to why Erbert was not selected as a pro dancer for the 30th season of the dance show.
Hayley Erbert's movies
The American professional dancer has also worked in the film industry in different capacities. Below is a list of various TV shows and movies she has featured in:
| Year | TV series/Film |
| 2023 | Celebrity Family Feud |
| 2020–2023 | Entertainment Tonight |
| 2023 | Schoolhouse Rock! 50th Anniversary Singalong |
| 2016–2022 | Dancing with the Stars |
| 2022 | Step Into... The Movies |
| 2022 | Hollywood Insider |
| 2020 | The Disney Holiday Singalong |
| 2020 | The Disney Family Singalong |
| 2018 | Good Morning America |
| 2018 | Dancing with the Stars: Juniors |
| 2018 | To the Pointe with Kristyn Burtt |
| 2013 | So You Think You Can Dance |
How much is Hayley Erbert worth?
According to Idol Net Worth, Hayley Erbert's net worth is estimated at $20 million. Hayley has been in the entertainment industry since she was three years old and has accumulated a considerable sum of money from dancing, which is her primary source of income.
Relationship with Derek Hough
Hayley is in a relationship with former Dancing with the Stars star Derek Hough. Derek Hough met Hayley Erbert during DWTS in the Move Live on Tour. They decided to go public with their romantic relationship after a couple of years. According to them:
It's just tiring. It was liberating, honestly, just being like, 'Hey, this is our relationship. This is cool. This is what it is and it's great.'
Hayley Erbert and Derek Hough have never shied from flaunting their relationship on social media since they announced their relationship. They continuously post cute photos of each other on their social media accounts.
How long has Derek Hough dated Hayley?
The couple dated for nearly eight years before officially tying the knot in 2023. The two began dating in 2015.
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Are Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert engaged?
Derek Hough got engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Hayley Erbert, in June 2022. Hayley Erbert's engagement ring was a custom diamond engagement ring.
Working with jeweller Chau Lui, Derek chose a flawless oval diamond set in platinum with a pavé band and a hidden halo. Derek's aim was to have a rare and extraordinary diamond that symbolized the sparkle and brilliance of their love.
The couple's favourite song inspired the ring's design, and the proposal, set in their home, was beautifully adorned with candles, roses, orchids, and more.
When was Hayley Erbert's wedding?
The couple tied the knot on August 29 2023, in a beautiful ceremony in Monterey County, California. After their wedding, they embarked on their first trip as a married couple, sharing their Italian adventures via an Instagram video.
The couple also enjoyed a delicious spread of pasta dishes and ice cream at a local restaurant. Their honeymoon destination included iconic Italian locations like Lake Como, Positano, the Amalfi Coast, Rome, Tuscany, and Florence.
TikTok challenge participation
The lovebirds sparked fans' interest in their love life after joining a trendy TikTok challenge called Pen in Cup. The game involves throwing a pen into a cup placed at a distance just after saying a wish or decision aloud. If the pen does not sit in the cup, it is a wrong wish, but the wish will likely come to pass if it does.
While participating, things took a cool turn after Derek said, "I am gonna marry Hayley", aloud and immediately sank his pen in the cup flawlessly. The American professional dancer tried her luck afterwards by saying they would have a baby, but she missed it.
Then, Derek tried the same statement but added another baby to make it two, and he sank his pen into the cup. However, it was not all gloom for Hayley as her man sank another pen after suggesting that Hayley start a dog-boarding business.
How tall is Hayley Erbert?
The Dancing With The Stars professional dancer is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 54 kilograms. She has brown hair and eyes. Her measurements are 36-24-36 inches for her bust, waist and hips, respectively. Her shoe size is 6 (UK), while her bra size is 34 B.
What is Hayley Erbert doing now?
Erbert and her husband enjoy the best of time while educating fans on fashion. They partnered with Express for the brand's latest campaign, #ExpressYou, which encourages shoppers to bring their passions to the forefront on social media.
They also launched a YouTube channel called Derek & Hayley x Dayley Life, which documents their life together in adventure, dance, cooking, and love videos. Dayley Life channel began during the quarantine period, and so far, it has garnered over 170k subscribers.
Hayley Erbert's accident
Hayley Erbert and Derek Hough were involved in a car accident on December 12 2022, in the mountains of Northern California.
In an Instagram video shared on both of their accounts, Hayley described the harrowing experience, which included a steep hill, icy roads, and a collision with a tree, leading to fears of sliding off the mountain.
Their car got damaged, and they also had to visit the hospital, where Hayley received stitches in her forehead. Derek Hough commented on how the scariest part was that Hayley initially didn't remember anything, and it took her 20 minutes to regain consciousness after the accident.
Quick facts about Hayley Erbert
- Her wedding had 106 guests.
- Her sister-in-law, Julianne Hough, is an American dancer, actress, singer and television personality.
- She is an animal enthusiast.
Hayley Erbert has been dancing since the age of three, and after all these years, she has become a pro at it. Her excellence has seen her grace numerous shows and tours across the United States. She is the epitome of hard work, consistency, and beauty with brains.
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