Julianne and Derek Hough To Return For Dancing With The Stars Season 23
READ ALL ABOUT IT AT E ONLINE!!! Here’s a take…
We’ll have double the Chmerkovskiys on Dancing With the Stars this season, and also double the Houghs because both Derek and Julianne Hough are returning to the show for its upcoming 23rd season.
E! News has learned that the Hough siblings are both heading back to the ballroomβDerek as a pro and Julianne once again as a judge. ABC does not comment on casting for the show, but the full celeb lineup will be revealed on Good Morning America on Tuesday.
Hallelujah and Praise the Lord! Now this has GOT to be the surprise????!!!!! I’m so Happy!
Excited that derek hough is back. The only question that is left is who will be his partner
Hooray!
I wish Karina was still on, but now have several pros I’m really looking forward to supporting. And I REALLY missed what Derek brings to the show last season. I knew I would miss him but it was worse than I expected. I hope/assume Mark still has a spot so BH can balance out C clan.
Yes so happy that he is back . I miss him last season
That is half my dream. Now for Laurie Hernandez. If not, hope she goes to Mark and Derek gets another BIG ringer. I’m ready for it.
Wow I love Derek but he went out on top. I wish he’d stay away. I can just hear the whining from the Fam about Jules judging him and I guess Mark if he’s back. Even Jerry Seinfeld said go out on top leaving them wanting more.
Very excited to have Derek back! Even if I do think his talent is largely wasted on the show. I miss him on my TV!
As for who is partner is, I saw his publicist follow Marilu Henner on twitter a few days ago. Just purely a guess as to who his partner might be, but she is 64 year old TV/Broadway Actress and Author. I think they could be a good fit for each other if she were his partner. Even if she’s a bit older than he usually gets.
I thought that Derek said, that he wasn’t coming back this Season…
I knew that Julianne was coming back as the Pro and not the Judge..(Thank God for small favors)..
Glad that Maks is coming back!!!!
There are going to be some brand new Pro dancers as well…
That Lochte guy, wonder if he will be on DWTS because, he was found guilty in Rio…
MY DAY HAS BEEN MADE. β€ You, mods!
Technically, Derek never said he wasn’t coming back. E! inferred that, but when you watch the video he never says it.
Dawn, please read this site before posting. Julianne is back as JUDGE.
Locte wasn’t “found guilty”, he was formally charged. Unless Brazil works very differently, it’s not the same thing.
Chuckles This should be an interesting season. Oh to be a fly on the wall when the proverbial poop hit the fan.
My dreams just came true….so happy, I really wasn’t hoping he’ll be back. Looking forward for this yaer’s autumn already π
Princess Heidi: I read that on the DWTS Report, that Julianne is going to dance PRO and not going to be the Judge…Len Goodman is coming back this Season…
π best news! Ok maks and Val, time for Derek to show you how it’s done π
Lochte was charged. He’s in US. We have no extradition agreement with Brazil (hence one Brazilian parent who kidnaps and takes out of US to Brazil) so unless the US forces him to go back he’s fine in US. Like Amanda Knox in Italy. If he leaves US soil then that’s a whole new matter. I doubt US will turn him over. His US/Brazilian lawyers will brocket a $$ deal.
I’m just wondering if Derek is replacing Mark this season, just like Maks is replacing Tony. Just a thought since last season Mark seemed upset at the end and stating that he has done 18 seasons in a row. Maybe he is taking the season off to get married??
We’ll soon find out!
Like Madea said, “hallelujer…” Last season was a disappointment, except for a view pros. I’m not sure how I feel about Marilu Henner as Derek’s partner but knowing Derek, other pros (especially ones who thinks they owned the show) shouldn’t underestimate and better watch out. If she looks good compare to your ringer, then you’re in trouble. Derek’s returns really upped the game. NO one can be lazy and depend heavily on the troupe for cover up. And for some certain pros who know how to talk the talk, can you walk the walk? Talk is cheap when your words have no value.
I didn’t know that Tony wasn’t coming back nor Mark…
Maybe, Tony wants to spend more time with his family and take care of his Dance Studio in Connecticut…
Tony is up there with his age anyway…I don’t think that he’ll go for those Freestyles…
Maybe, Mark is into music now instead of dancing…
Ugh. Not even a bit excited about Derek and Maks coming back. Stragenly though, I’m ok with Julianne being back even though she does annoys me sometimes, I do think the judges work better as a team of four. I am excited however to see Julianne going after Maks, something she apparently loves to do.
The trouble with Julianne, is that, she thinks she knows how to judge those dancers…She thinks, in my opinion, she’s better than everyone on the dance floor…
I can’t stand her at all…
Hmmm. Mixed on this. I’d much prefer Julianne as a dancing pro (any word on if yhe other three regular judges all back?). Missed and apreciate what Derek brings to this show but it’s going to be tough to top that season with Bindi.
Are you serious, Dawn? Julianne is actually qualified more so than the other judges other than Len.
I wonder if he is getting Beverley Mitchell.
Technically Julianne is more qualified to judge on the show than CAI or even Bruno since Julianne trained and competed from a young age in ballroom dancing, which still is the dominant type of dancing done on the show.
I don’t see Julianne as someone who think she know it all. She annoys me sometimes too because of her nitpick towards Derek partners, but I agree with what Vogue said about her qualifications. And to be honest, if she would’ve stayed longer as a pro, she and Derek probably will have the most MBT combined. So just be glad she’s a judge, not a pro otherwise it will be even harder for any other pros to win the MBT. Just sayin.
Amazing news! Can’t wait to see Derek back on our screens.
Here’s hoping he gets Laurie, Derek + a gymnast = dance heaven.
Julianne is actually the most qualified judge on that panel besides Len – and maybe even better than Len, since she’s well cross trained and current. Silly to think otherwise. I’m not always crazy about some of her comments, but to imply that she’s not qualified is just stupid.
Learn to read, Dawn. And next time you demonstrate that you’ve not read the site at all, I’m deleting you. Sick and tired of the rudeness.
WHAT am I missing?? Where did Marilu Henner come from?
And who the hell confirmed that Mark isn’t dancing??
Are you people reading shit in that isn’t there, assuming rumors are true, some combination of the two or did a lot of shit go down while I was driving home from work?
Interesting that it was E! News that confirmed Derek and Jules since their friend and Derek’s old partner Maria Menounos is co anchor there. Wonder if they gave her a heads up.
Was just taking a guess as too Derek Partner might be re: Henner. Not saying it’s true at all. Derek’s publicist followed Marilu Henner on Twitter a few days ago. Henner was also rumored a couple of seasons ago and has said she would like to do dwts in the past. Again, not claiming to know anything, just guessing π
I don’t think they’re going to do that (Derek + gymnast) unless one of them specifically asked for him. I’m not even sure they’re going to give him anyone good – he does have Hairspray starting October 24th. Of course, the producers would probably like him to stick as long as possible, but I think it could go either way.
I would be surprised if his publicist made that mistake. She knows lots of Derek fans follow her. That said, I’ll be cool with anyone he might get. Except Ann Coulter. She’s the only person on the planet I hate.
LOL Heidi on Ann Coulter!! That would be worse than when we first heard Nancy Grace was dancing.
Yay, I’m so happy to have Derek back! But there is no official word yet or did I miss it? Wonder if the producers are mad that this leaked lol
I hope Derek gets a great partner! I’m also happy to see Julianne back on the show!
Derek should get an older partner for a change and Artem should get a younger partner for a change…
Derek can’t have the youngers ones all the time…Time for him to switch to the older ones…
Marilou Henner was a dancer so should stil be a good partnership if it’s her. Mark must be with Laurie then.
Uumm, maybe someone need to change the name from Derek to Val. So it will be like this “Val should get an older partner for a change and Artem should get a younger partner for a change…. Val can’t have the youngers ones all the time….”. Sorry mods, I just can’t. Last time people said “Tony always gets bad partners. It’s time for Derek to have someone like Nene”. Yeah, it’s easy to blame everything on Derek, right? Why? Because he doesn’t respond to negative comments from haters? Does it make him an easy target? Once again, sorry mods, I just need to vent. You can delete this if I’m sounding rude.
It doesn’t matter whether Derek gets young or old, thin or pleasingly plump, dance experienced or a dance novice, he’ll look at the potential of his partner, the creative wheels will turn, then he’ll make an appropriate and interesting dance to showcase them.
He doesn’t need a perfect storm of ingredients to make magic, he uses what he has available and creates the dance with professionalism, respect for his partner and for his audience.
He never just sort of coasts along and puts in time draining, unnecessary and gratuitous steps.
You may not like him if that’s your prerogative, but to deny his skill is really rather silly.
Can I get an Amen?
Amen. π
Not a problem, Thiana – I’m sick and fucking tired of it myself.
Omg!!! Derek coming back to the show is the BEST NEWS! I’m excited to see the show now! It’s going to be a great season!
People who say Derek only gets younger partners have clearly slept thru a couple of seasons :-/
Derek will do great im sure as always :). Boo does well with anyone and everyone. We could pair him with a potato sack and hed be fine.
What about Mischa Barton and Artem last season though?? She had just turned 30 and was quite a get for DWTS and definitely had more potential than Joanna Krupa and what happened – nothing…
Okay. Now we’re talking. I literally slept through last season. It just felt so flat minus Derek. Mark & Paige were really all I cared about. But this is a BIG surprise! After hearing consistently that Derek won’t be in this season in all probability, it’s such a fab surprise! Go Derek! We’re all rooting for you to create more magic π @PH, I have a feeling this season became special again π
Whomever gets Derek for a partner will have one hell of a season. Aside from the usual reasons, like his brilliance and his ginormous generosity of spirit, there are other reasons having to do with where this season falls on Derek’s timeline. He has been on an extended, energizing, re-charging period of travel and exploration, and is poised to take on two great gigs, Hairspray and SITR. Talk about an interregnum! Can’t wait to see what he does.
Well, I honestly hope to see Derek take on another challenge this season, such as Amy Purdy. I wanna see if he can use his brilliant teaching skills to take an underdog like Mischa Barton, Kim Zociak, or Maureen McCormick into the top 4.
I was talking to someone at work today before I knew Derek would be back. I was saying that regardless of his skill as a choreographer, he is just a genuinely good person. People are drawn to him because he is just a nice, positive person. It doesn’t matter what partner he gets, he just brings a great attitude and phenomenal skill to the table. For all the people who complain about Derek winning all the time I say “could you ask for nicer or more positive person”? He’s like the male Bindi Irwin!
I’m so excited for them both to be back!
Reading comments on websites today, someone said ‘What makes Julianne qualified to judge, she’s only won 2 mirrorballs, no better than any other female.’ Mmm okay. She was a pro for 5 seasons & won twice in that time & has gone on to do amazing things with her career. She’s also studied dance her whole life. But she’s nothing special right?
In my opinion, there’s no denying the talent of Derek & Julianne.
(Sorry if I overstepped with this comment)
DEREK IS BACK! *Jumps off the balcony in excitement* Couldn’t have been a better news to read on birthday! π
More of the excitement to watch how the Chmerkovskiy brothers fare since Derek’s presence unnerves both of them and the choreography isn’t of Derek’s level even combined for both brothers. This is gonna be a dramatic season I guess! Just need a good celebrity lineup now!
The funniest thing for me still is that since Derek joining S23 was a very last minute decision by TPTB last monday night (probably to convince some celeb to sign) Maks definitely didn’t know that Derek would be back when he decided to return LOL
None of those three you listed, Amanda, were/are underdogs. Especially not if they have Derek for a partner. If someone else can’t make more out of them, it’s not the celebs fault…well, in the case of Kim it might be. She was kind of a diva. Like Joanna Krupa.
This selective memory bullshit regarding Derek’s past partners (LOOK IT UP FOR CHRIST SAKE!!) really has got to stop. It makes the person commenting look really stupid.
Heh, Melissa – you’re asking other people to do MATH. They can’t do logic, how can they do math? π Yes, two MBTs in five seasons is MILES ahead of Peta’s two MBTs in NINE seasons (and many of the others NO MBTs)…but even then, I would say that any of the women who have been on the show for a while and trained in ballroom would be qualified to be judge. Because I’m rational. π
So true PH, how could I be silly enough to think people would do math? ? Thanks for always making me laugh with your comments ?
Vogue, derek saw your ranking;Top 2 all by derek and decided to come back s23
Yep, I think so too. lollll π
PH, I guess you’re right about Mischa and Kim Zolciak not being pegged as underdogs when their names were announced. It wasn’t until Mischa hit that dance floor that people realized she wasn’t coordinated.
I still feel bad for the pros who wind up with the Paula Deans or Gary Buseys of their seasons.
I wonder if Julianne will ever return as a competing pro in the future. I miss her on the ballroom floor.
Wow! Been away from checking my emails because of busy schedule and when I did check I was backed up almost 500 unread. 95% was PureDerekHough. Been trying to speed read through them and noticed this Posting about Julianne and Derek coming onto Season 23. Absolutely the best news!!! Now is on to the other Posts of more news!!!
The BEST news ever!! So thrilled to hear that both Derek and Julianne will be returning to DWTS for S23!! Missed them so much! I always love watching the special journey that Derek takes his partner on throughout the season, and the way he transforms her and makes her shine on the dance floor is truly remarkable. And I’m looking forward to once again seeing Derek’s extraordinary talents, brilliant masterpieces, kind heart, true passion, ever-present positivity, genuine humility, and amazing sense of humor. The pure joy and magic that Derek brings to the dance floor…and to the show…are special gifts, and I’m extremely grateful that we’ll have another opportunity to watch him and his partner shine on the dance floor. Always so inspiring, uplifting, and moving. I’m so happy that Derek is once again doing what he loves. π