Is Ross Lynch related to Derek Hough?

Emmy Award-winning dancer Derek Hough and Ross Lynch are second cousins. Their maternal grandmothers happen to be sisters.

Hough is of German, Irish, English, Danish, French, Scottish, and Welsh heritage.

About Derek Hough

Derek Hough is a multi-talented entertainer renowned for his expertise in Latin and ballroom dance, choreography, acting, and singing.

During the years 2007 to 2016, Hough’s star shone brightly as a professional dancer on the ABC dance competition series “Dancing with the Stars,” achieving an unprecedented six victories alongside his celebrity partners.

This outstanding achievement earned him eleven Primetime Emmy Awards nominations for Outstanding Choreography, solidifying his status as a dance luminary with three well-deserved wins.

Transitioning seamlessly into a judging role on “Dancing with the Stars” starting from its 29th season, Hough continued to wield his influence beyond the dance floor, offering valuable insights and critiques.

Away from the television screen, Hough appeared in the West End premiere of “Footloose: The Musical” at the Novello Theatre and the 2015 New York Spring Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall.

Hough’s cinematic journey included a starring role in “Make Your Move” and a recurring presence in the ABC musical-drama “Nashville.”

The pinnacle of his acting career was reached in 2016 when he brought the character Corny Collins to life in NBC’s live musical TV-production of “Hairspray Live!”

Expanding his judging expertise further, Hough took on the role of judge on the NBC dance competition series “World of Dance” from 2017 to 2020.