DWTS – Derek Hough Doesn’t Want His Fellow Dancing Costars To Get Too Comfortable In His Absense
People.com interviewed Derek this week. Derek promises that he’s coming back to the show and with “new tricks” to boot. Not only that, Derek teases his fellow dancers not wanting them to get too comfortable in his absense. Already, I’m noticing some people at twitter taking the line to Maks below wrong saying Derek is being “rude”. Well, in my opinion, anyone that knows Derek (INCLUDING MAKS!), knows he is just funning around. (Heidi’s Comment: Well, some of Maks’ fans are notorious for completely lacking a sense of humor, so no surprise there. 🙂 After some of the swipes that Maks has taken in the past, I say SCORE, Derek!! Ha!)
“I’m learning so much,” he recently told PEOPLE in Las Vegas. “I’ve been teaching so long and it’s interesting because now I’m like the student. The role I’m playing required me to do things I haven’t done before. I’m doing a lot of tapping, which is interesting because I’m not much of a tapper.”
Hough doesn’t want any of his former (and future) costars to get too comfortable in his absence, but he’s having a good time razzing his fellow dancers.
Hough said: “I told [Maksim Chmerkovskiy], ‘Here you go buddy, now that I’m gone you can have this one.’
More at People.com. Also, don’t miss visiting Pure Derek Hough as well because Heidi has some super cool new pictures (like the one above) and videos of Derek at the “Sucker Punch” premiere this week.
Ooooohhhh, Derek looks so fine in that picture! I know it’s hard to hear the sarcasm in a printed article and see his goofy smile which he probably had while saying that quote aboutt Maks, but obviously it’s just a joke. But you know…. more than one person has commented that with Derek gone this season, it’s an opportunity for other pros to finally win. You know, kind of like when Michael Jordan ‘retired’ from basketball for those 2 years to play baseball and the Houston Rockets finally won two NBA championships. Then Jordan came back and the Bulls took back the championship, etc. Well, Derek is like the Michael Jordan of DWTS! LOL!
Lol Elmari that actually makes a lot of sense! 🙂 I can already hear some people getting all offended about his comment. I mean it could be taken the wrong way, but honestly anyone who actually pays attention to Derek and Maks’s relationship knows they kid all of the time.
I don’t remeber the reason why Derek’s not on DWTS this season but I sure am gonna miss him! Even though he is my favorite pro, I agree that him being gone, is giving other’s the chance to win the MirrorBall!
Well, the sentence BEFORE the one where Derek says that about Maks should also be a clue, since they use the word “razzing”. The author is indicating clearly that Derek was joking.
What I find interesting is that the sentence could also be taken to mean that Derek is rooting for Maks. Otherwise he would have used another pros name. Just sayin’ it’s a possible way of taking the joke. But no, we must take the pejorative view. 🙂
Well, from what I’ve seen of Ralph’s practice for his next dance , he may be at the top of the leaderboard again come Monday. Maks? U will really be magic if u manage to get that MBT with Kirstie. Derek there or not. I will be surprised if she can hold out till the very end of the season. Good Luck!
I agree Ralph looked pretty darn good during his jive rehearsal. I’m looking forward to see how Ralph and Hines, my two faves so far, progress…At least I have something to look forward to since Derek, my fave pro is MIA this season.
OMG ladies. If that’s DH’s lame effort to razz anyone, it’s horribly off key. No accident there’s no “ringer” this season . . . no Derek . . . awwwwww. What a child!
Right, Derek, don’t quit the day job!
Joanie, Derek is a “child”? Geez! I think you and a lot of others are reading way more into Derek’s words than you should be. What I see is a person who gets along famously with all of his fellow dancers (again>>INCLUDING MAKS) , etc.. If he was a “child”, “arrogant”, or “rude” like I’ve seen people (what’ more …. people who don’t even know him personally, lol) write in the last few days, we’d be seeing the opposite.
Staceyk: “Maks? U will really be magic if u manage to get that MBT with Kirstie. Derek there or not. I will be surprised if she can hold out till the very end of the season. Good Luck!”
Yeah…well, we will see, won’t we Stacey? 😀 In my tennis playing days, I use to love it when people would say stuff like that. It made me work that much harder and want to prove people wrong. I think you under estimate just how strong, determined, and talented Kirstie is. But, we will see. 🙂
Gee, Joanie, you’re late. I expected you and your complete absence of a sense of humor and jealousy of Derek here yesterday!!! LOL!!
Hi, Heidi/Voguerista:
The only person who I think was pretty rude and sarcastic towards the dancers was George Lopez. His comments about Kirstie Alley being a fat pig was really not funny at all! Maks and Derek are always joking one another. In fact last week, Maks mentioned that Derek was making a movie and that everyone wishes him well, which was pretty nice!
I am sure Jennifer Grey misses seeing Derek dance. By the way do former winners need tickets to see the current shows or do they just show up. I am sure Jennifer will be there more often and I know she misses dancing cause she mentioned it. Love to see her in another dance movie, how about you guys?
I think they can just tell production they are planning on coming and they’ll get a seat. DWTS wants them in the audience for obvious reasons. Hopefully, they do it well in advance because if they just show up, then an average person ticket holder might not get in – that is, if the audience works the way it does for other live shows. People get tickets, but aren’t guaranteed entry.
Margaret, I so agree about George Lopez! It would be super cool to see Jennifer in another dance movie. I’d love to see her do some Broadway too.
Aw, I miss Derek on DWTS!! I am happy for him though. He is too funny picking with Maks! You are right Elmari, he does look quite handsome on that picture. He is really involved in his movie and is excited to be learning as much as he can for his new role. I think he will be fantastic in that movie. Go Derek!!
Peace, Heidi! I know you all expected me earlier. It’s obvious from the wide swath of excuses and rationalizations (BS) you guys all laid down right with the publication of that article about Derek’s mouth flapping so awkwardly.
Never seen such a snow job before. Hilarious ladies. SMH Truly, I love you all and feel your anguish that Derek won’t get his FIFTH MBT with yet another professional dancing partner this Season. Surely next time.
Don’t worry Derek will get his fourth and fifth. Boy your jealously really comes through when a great dancer like Derek goes on to bigger and better things, he’ll be back with a vengence!!!
Joanie, your eyes must be brown. Just sayin’. I don’t need to make excuses for Derek since he did nothing wrong, I just find it hypocritical in the extreme that people who DO see something wrong with what Derek said say nothing when Maks makes one of his infamous snotty remarks. So, if you think Derek was flapping his mouth, then why do you so easily explain away all the NON-JOKEY snotty remarks that Maks has made over the last couple years?? It’s called being a hypocrite, sweetie – but then, that’s your middle name isn’t it?
And really, all the harping on Derek’s supposed ringers when Maks has had a few himself – he just can’t manage to WIN. Too bad, eh? Even when Derek takes a season off and Maks gets a popular partner, he still is unlikely to win. Who ya gonna blame now?? 🙂
Hee, margaret, I meant to point out Joanie’s problem with counting but I figured it was only a matter of time that he would get number 4. She’s obsessed with Derek, really, even though Maks has had more true ringers than Derek has. She gets confused – she seems to think that winning and doing well is only possible when one has a ringer. Which is why she seems to think Derek has had lots of ringers and Maks none. Too bad that’s not reality. But then, she’s never been in touch with reality. 🙂
Seriously Joanie – go crawl back under the bridge you crawled out from underneath, because you are a bona fide troll and are coming across as one extremely bitter woman. You don’t like Derek? Fine. But don’t use it as an excuse to bitch, moan, & antagonize anyone who dares to like the guy. Keep it up and I will block you myself. I’ve put up with you crap for 3 seasons now, thinking “maybe she has something nice to say, I’ll give her another chance” – to no avail. All you’ve got to spew is hate and no one here should have to put up with it. Cut it out yourself or I’ll cut it out for you.
Margaret, I see some jealousy issues there too.
Sometimes taking a season off is the best thing at times. I have noticed that I have a new appreciation for them when they return. Sometimes pros that were never your favorites before, now suddenly are, or vice versa.
With Derek returning can you imagine the greatness that will be on the dancefloor….He will set the floor on fire.
Joanie, none of his partners were professional dancers. it is an insult to actual professional dancers. No ringer this season? Chelsea and Ralph both have more dance experience than Brooke ever had. Not calling either a ringer but by Joanie’s standards, they would be.
This is pretty entertaining to read, I must say. Joanie, while three years of harassing Derek may be excessive, I think a little jab at him and the ladies on this blog is good. I too tire of the Derek worshipping, and let’s face it, if the shoe were on the other foot and Maks would have said something like that, Heidi and gang would be SO MAD
Teresa, no one has a gun pointed at your head, forcing you to read this blog. You’re tired of the “Derek-worshipping”? GO ELSEWHERE, and take Joanie the troll with you. You guys can go antagonize anyone who doesn’t share your very narrow opinion together. Bon voyage.
And for the record – I don’t worship Derek. I don’t worship anyone on the show, except Anna, and that’s mainly because I like her hair. I just refuse to allow nonsense-spouting trolls to go unchecked when they come around looking for a fight. Oh, and the individual that owns this blog? Not a lady. A dude…and one that seems to like all of the pros, at that. I can see how you might make assumptions in a desperate attempt to validate your own opinions.
Teresa, sorry, but my fave dancers are Maks and Derek (Loves Edyta, Anna, Damian, and Peta too). I don’t just worship Derek and we try and report on every dancer out there. Every single page is proof of that.
Anyway, it makes me laugh. Why is it ok for you and Joanie to have your fave dancer (Maks) and no one else is allowed to have their fave dancer(s)? Even Maks himself respects and is friends with Derek. So, are you going to say Maks is a Derek worshipper too? *sigh*
OMG, I prompted a complete pig pile. Really guys, methinks you doth protest WAY too too much. But I mean no true harm to Mr. Derek. And I’ve not mentioned any other pro, you have. And I haven’t used any perjorative name calling, as you do.
With sincerest apologies for daring to express an opinion of my own, I now understand the culture of your site and that alternatives views are unwelcome.
Wishing Mr. Derek Hough true happiness in life.
And once again, Joanie COMPLETELY misses the point. WE DON’T CARE IF YOU DON’T LIKE DEREK. That’s FINE. What we don’t condone is you using it as a reason to instigate anyone that dares to like him. You rarely have anything constructive to say – every comment is an effort to pick a fight with someone. Alternative views are very much welcome here – as long as they aren’t antagonistic like yours are. Then again, I feel like I’ve already told you this ad infinitum and you still come around, generally being a bully and then trying to play the victim whenever anyone has cojones to defend their opinion. Jeez.
The fact that you, Teresa, don’t realize that Maks has said far, FAR worse and was NOT joking, is all the proof I need to call you a troll right along with Joanie. Hypocrite much??
Actually, Joanie, I wish some true happiness for YOU in your life – because it’s very clear you have none when you spend time writing about someone you don’t like (us, Derek, whoever) as opposed to someone you DO like. Very pathetic, actually, and sad. For you.
Typical bully behavior, Courtney – one of her many mistakes is thinking she can bully us. She’s honed victimhood to a fine art, however.
@Courteny ” I dont worship anyone on this show except Anna and thats mainly because I like her hair ” LOOOOLLL!!!! 😀