Derek Hough (middle front) and his groomsmen at his Aug. 24 wedding to Hayley Erbert.Photo:Amy and Stuart Photography
Amy and Stuart Photography
Derek Houghhad a great support system onhis big day!
For Ballas, 37 — who recentlywrapped his timeas a pro dancer onDWTS— taking on the role of best man at his pal’s California wedding was a full-circle moment, given that Derek, 38, wasbest manat his2016 weddingtoBC Jean.
Groomsman Laich, 40, has remained friendly with both Hough siblings following his divorce from Julianne, 35, who was also part of the wedding party.
The retired NHL player and Julianne, who first went public withtheir relationshipin 2014,tied the knotin 2017 andsplitnearly three years later in 2020. Their divorcewas finalizedin 2022.
Derek also remained friendly with the retired hockey player following the split. In the months following the separation, theDWTSalumplayed ping pong with a group that included Laichas well as his now-wife, Hayley, 28.
A few days later, Laichcelebrated his 37th birthdaywith the same group.
Derek’s other groomsmen included travel influencerGarrett Gee, celebrity trainer Mark Harari, actor Giovanni Spano and Derek’s brother-in-law, Michael Poole, who also officiated the ceremony.
Otherstars in attendancefor the forest nuptials includedNina Dobrev,Shaun White,Freida Pinto,Maria MenounosandAlfonso Ribeiro.Shark Tank’sRobert Herjavecand his wife — whom he met onDWTS! —Kym Johnsonwere also on the guest list.
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The couple said “I do” under an arch of pink and white roses — and a rich, green canopy of redwood trees.
“The symbolism of it was beautiful,” she continued. “We’re here, planting our seeds to grow our family."
Derek echoed the bride, calling the cliffside location in Carmel, California “one of the most breathtaking places."
“It’s like a fairytale,” he added.
source: people.com
