Celebrating Christmas with her husband, Derek Hough, Hayley Erbert breaks her silence on her recent health scare. In a joint Instagram post, the couple shared a heartwarming photo, capturing a moment of love in front of their Christmas tree.
Erbert, 29, recovering from a recent emergency craniectomy, expressed gratitude for the “precious gift of life and the love we share.” This marks her first Instagram post since the surgery earlier this month.
The post garnered support from celebrity friends, including Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd from Dancing with the Stars, who called it a “true Christmas miracle.”
Derek Hough had previously announced on December 7 that Erbert had undergone emergency surgery for a cranial hematoma. The dancer’s recovery journey included a successful cranioplasty surgery, and Hough expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support.
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Early Connections: Professional dancers, Hayley graced “So You Think You Can Dance” for seven seasons and featured in “Dancing With the Stars” for four tours. Derek, a six-time “Dancing With the Stars” champion and acclaimed choreographer, met Hayley during the “Move Live Tour” in 2014.
Love Story: Their romance blossomed in 2015, initially shrouded in privacy. However, their undeniable chemistry, both on and off the dance floor, became public knowledge in 2017. Collaborating on projects like the “Symphony of Dance” show and their YouTube channel, “Derek & Hayley x Dayley Life,” showcased their shared passion.
Marriage and Recent Challenges: After seven years of dating, the couple got engaged in June 2022 and exchanged vows in a nature-themed ceremony in August 2023. Unfortunately, their newlywed bliss faced a setback in December 2023 when Hayley was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma, leading to an emergency craniectomy. Derek has been a steadfast support throughout her recovery.
In the dance of life, Derek and Hayley continue to inspire, not just with their moves on the stage but with the resilience they display in the face of challenges.
