Derek Hough, the celebrated dancer and Dancing with the Stars judge, has captivated audiences for years with his breathtaking choreography and fearless performances. But in a recent interview, he revealed a terrifying moment that nearly changed everything.
Hough opened up about a dance move that almost ended his career—a daring flip gone wrong during rehearsals for an intense performance. “It was one of those moments where time slowed down,” he recalled. “I landed wrong, and immediately, I knew something was off.”
The injury, which he kept secret for months, left him with excruciating pain and the fear that he might never dance again. “Doctors told me I needed to be extremely careful, or I risked permanent damage,” he admitted. “For someone whose life
