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Derek Hough Plans Encore Tour and Healthy Cooking Tips

1/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Derek Hough, a judge on Dancing With the Stars, looks ahead to 2026 with plans for new projects and the Symphony of Dance: ENCORE tour.
Hough stays energized as a new dad and partners with Barilla Protein+ to promote healthy eating.
Hough has created micro-workouts you can do while cooking their Protein Stars pasta.
Hough is open to judging two seasons of Dancing With the Stars annually.

History

Historical Context

Since its debut in 1975, "Dancing With the Stars" has transformed dance entertainment by pairing professional dancers with celebrities. This evolution reflects a broader cultural shift towards fitness and wellness, paralleling initiatives like the 2004 "Biggest Loser." Derek Hough's partnership with Barilla Protein+ and his upcoming Symphony of Dance: ENCORE tour further emphasize the integration of health awareness in popular culture.

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Story summary

Derek Hough, a judge on Dancing With the Stars, looks ahead to 2026 with plans for new projects and the Symphony of Dance: ENCORE tour.
Hough stays energized as a new dad and partners with Barilla Protein+ to promote healthy eating.
Hough has created micro-workouts you can do while cooking their Protein Stars pasta.
Hough is open to judging two seasons of Dancing With the Stars annually.

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