Derek Hough is worthy of a best 10 for his moving award program speech.
The Dancing With the Stars judge was given tears at the Creative Arts Emmys onJan 7 while reviewing his spouse Hayley Erbert‘s current health journey.
“Exactly a month ago I was in the hospital. This is a different moment,” Hough stated, per Deadline, while accepting his award for OutstandingChoreography “A life-changing moment reminded me to really savor every moment.”
Erbert went through emergency situation surgical treatment after ending up being “disoriented” throughout the couple’sDec 6 Symphony of Dance trip efficiency in Washington, D.C. Days later on, the dancer had a 2nd effective surgical treatment on her skull and has actually been recuperating since.
“What a stark contrast this has been,” Hough, who won the Emmy– his 4th overall– for producing a DWTS regular to Michael Buble‘s “Higher,” continued. “I just flew in from Washington, DC, last night.”
The 38- year-old went on to devote his award to his “beautiful wife”Erbert
“Your strength and your courage this whole month has been unbelievable,” he stated. “You inspire me every day.”