Derek Hough and his wife, Hayley Erbert, have welcomed their first child, sharing the joyful news with fans in a heartfelt social media post. The couple, best known for their work on Dancing With the Stars, revealed their daughter’s arrival with a tender black-and-white photo showing their newborn’s tiny feet cradled in their hands. They announced her name as Everley Capri Hough, born on December 29, describing the moment as one that forever changed their world.Days before the official announcement, the couple had shared a quiet video of a rainbow appearing after rainfall, which many followers later saw as a symbolic hint of what was to come.

Hough referred to their baby as their “little rainbow,” a phrase that carried special meaning for fans familiar with the couple’s recent journey. The post was met with an outpouring of love from friends, colleagues, and longtime supporters, including messages from fellow “DWTS” personalities celebrating the new addition.The birth is especially meaningful following a serious health scare Erbert faced in late 2023, when she underwent emergency surgery for a cranial injury. Her recovery, supported publicly by Hough, made this new chapter feel even more profound. As they begin life as parents, the couple’s story has resonated with many as a reminder of resilience, hope, and the joy that can follow even the most challenging moments.