Derek Hough's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Derek Hough. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Derek Hough is an American dancer, choreographer, actor, and singer. He is best known as a professional dancer on Dancing with the Stars from 2007 to 2016, where he won a record-breaking six times with his celebrity partners. Hough received 14 Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Choreography, winning four times. He transitioned to judging the series starting with season 29. Hough's success and recognition in dance and choreography have made him a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2002: IDSF World Latin U-21 Championship Win

In 2002, Derek Hough won the IDSF World Latin U-21 Championship.

2003: Blackpool U-21 Latin Title

In 2003, Derek Hough won the Blackpool U-21 Latin title with Aneta Piotrowska.

November 25, 2008: Dancing with the Stars Win

On November 25, 2008, Derek Hough and Brooke Burke won season seven of Dancing with the Stars.

May 25, 2010: Dancing with the Stars Win

On May 25, 2010, Derek Hough and Nicole Scherzinger won Dancing with the Stars, marking Hough's second win.

November 23, 2010: Dancing with the Stars Win

On November 23, 2010, Derek Hough and Jennifer Grey won Dancing with the Stars, marking Hough's third win.

May 21, 2013: Dancing with the Stars Win

On May 21, 2013, Derek Hough and Kellie Pickler won Dancing with the Stars, marking Hough's fourth win.

September 22, 2013: Primetime Emmy Awards Performance

On September 22, 2013, Derek Hough performed a number with other nominees and host Neil Patrick Harris at the Primetime Emmy Awards, where the Outstanding Choreography category was moved to the Primetime Live Show for the first time.

April 10, 2014: Kaleidoscope Award at Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA

On April 10, 2014, Derek Hough and his sister Julianne were honored with the Kaleidoscope Award at Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA's second annual Kaleidoscope Ball.