Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert just stepped into their most rewarding role yet.
The professional dancers welcomed their first child together, a baby girl named Everley Capri Hough, on December 29, 2025.
Fans got the news through an intimate black-and-white Instagram snapshot showing both parents cradling their newborn’s tiny feet—a tender moment that quickly melted hearts across social media.
Their caption said it all about this life-changing milestone.
A Love Story That Began on the Dance Floor
Derek Hough and Erbert’s romance started back in 2015 when they met on “Dancing With the Stars.” Their professional chemistry quickly evolved into something deeper, and after years of partnership both on and off stage, they tied the knot in 2023.
Now, they’ve added a new member to their family unit.
Every step of our lives has led us to you. Our hearts have been cracked wide open and our world is forever changed.
Those words accompanied their birth announcement, revealing just how profoundly parenthood has already transformed them. Hough wasted no time updating his Instagram bio to proudly declare himself a “Girl Dad”—a title he clearly embraces with his whole heart.
The DWTS Family Shows Up
Their “Dancing With the Stars” family flooded the comments section with congratulations and well-wishes for baby Everley.
Julianne Hough, Derek’s sister, welcomed her niece with open arms.
Welcome to the world sweet angel Everley.
She added a pink heart emoji to drive home her excitement about becoming an aunt.
Season 34 champion Robert Irwin chimed in with his own message of support.
Congratulations to you both! So happy.
Fellow Season 34 contestant Dylan Efron predicted a bright future for the newest Hough family member.
She’s going to be so loved.
From Baby Bump to Baby in Arms
Hough and Erbert first revealed their pregnancy news back in July 2025. They shared a touching video showing them embracing before Erbert unfurled a series of ultrasound images—a moment that captured their joy and anticipation.
We can’t believe the biggest thing to happen to us could be so small.
Throughout her pregnancy journey, Erbert kept followers engaged with regular updates and snapshots. She wasn’t shy about sharing both the beautiful and challenging aspects of carrying a child.
Celebrating Every Milestone
Christmas Eve 2024 marked their last holiday as a couple before becoming parents. They commemorated the occasion with a sweet photo of them kissing in front of a Christmas tree.
Last Christmas Eve Just you and me Before we become three.
Just days before Everley’s arrival, Erbert shared a series of Polaroid snapshots cradling her baby bump. Her caption radiated gratitude and wonder at what her body accomplished over nine months.
This pregnancy. Forever in awe of my body!
She later added another comment acknowledging the final stretch.
The last frame is me feeling being VERY pregnant.
What’s Next for the New Parents
While Hough and Erbert haven’t shared specific details about their parenting plans, one thing seems certain: Everley Capri will grow up surrounded by music, movement, and creative expression.
Both parents have built careers centered on dance and performance. Whether little Everley follows in their footsteps remains to be seen, but she’ll undoubtedly have access to world-class mentors if she chooses that path.
Key milestones in their journey to parenthood:
- 2015: Derek and Hayley meet on “Dancing With the Stars”
- 2023: The couple gets married
- July 2025: Pregnancy announcement with ultrasound reveal
- December 29, 2025: Baby Everley makes her arrival
For now, the couple seems focused on soaking up every precious moment with their newborn daughter. Based on their heartfelt announcement and the outpouring of love from friends and fans alike, Everley has already made quite an impact in her first week of life.
The journey from dance partners to life partners to parents represents the ultimate evolution for Hough and Erbert. Their story reminds us that sometimes the most beautiful choreography happens off stage—in the quiet moments of holding your child’s tiny feet and marveling at how everything has changed forever.