History of Julianne Hough in Timeline

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Julianne Hough

Julianne Hough is a multifaceted American entertainer, recognized as a dancer, singer, actress, and television personality. She gained prominence as a professional dancer on ABC's Dancing with the Stars, securing two championship wins. Following her departure from the show in 2009, Hough returned in 2014 as a judge until 2017. Her contributions to the series were acknowledged with three Primetime Emmy Award nominations, with one win in 2015 shared with her brother, Derek Hough.

August 2008: Relationship with Chuck Wicks

In August 2008, Julianne Hough started dating country singer Chuck Wicks.

2008: Diagnosis with Endometriosis

In 2008, Julianne Hough was diagnosed with endometriosis and went public to raise awareness about the condition.

November 2009: Break-up with Chuck Wicks

In November 2009, Julianne Hough and Chuck Wicks mutually broke up.

April 2010: Relationship with Ryan Seacrest

In April 2010, Julianne Hough began dating Ryan Seacrest.

March 2013: Break-up with Ryan Seacrest

In March 2013, Julianne Hough and Ryan Seacrest broke up.

October 2013: Controversy over Halloween costume

In October 2013, Julianne Hough faced controversy for wearing blackface as part of a Halloween costume depicting Uzo Aduba's character Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren from the Netflix comedy-drama Orange Is the New Black. She later apologized on Twitter.

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October 2013: Hough discusses her Mormon upbringing

In October 2013, Julianne Hough stated to the New York Post that she was glad she was raised in the Mormon church, although she was no longer practicing.

December 2013: Beginning of relationship with Brooks Laich

In December 2013, Julianne Hough started dating Brooks Laich.

February 2014: Relationship with Brooks Laich

In February 2014, it was revealed that Julianne Hough had begun dating Brooks Laich in December 2013.

August 18, 2015: Engagement to Brooks Laich announced

On August 18, 2015, Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich announced their engagement.

July 8, 2017: Marriage to Brooks Laich

On July 8, 2017, Julianne Hough married NHL player Brooks Laich.

November 2, 2020: Divorce filing

On November 2, 2020, Julianne Hough filed for divorce from Brooks Laich.

February 22, 2022: Divorce Finalized

On February 22, 2022, Julianne Hough's divorce from Brooks Laich was finalized.

2023: Hosting "Act One" Pre-Show Tony Awards

In 2023, Julianne Hough hosted the "Act One" Pre-Show Tony Awards with Skylar Astin.

2024: Hosting "Act One" Pre-Show Tony Awards

In 2024, Julianne Hough hosted the "Act One" Pre-Show Tony Awards with Utkarsh Ambudkar.