May 5, 2025Dancing With the Stars pro-turned-host Julianne Hough was in a relationship with professional hockey player Brooks Laich for over six years Laich began dating CrossFit Games champ Katrín Davíðsdóttir in 2021, with the two announcing their engagement in December 2024 But now the couple has even bigger news — they are going to become parents in fall 2025 "Our greatest blessing 🤍🫶🏼✨ Baby Laich coming this fall. Mom & Dad can’t wait to meet you, our little one!!!!!!" wrote Davíðsdóttir on Instagram In the comments, two of the first people to congratulate the couple are Hough and her sister-in-law, Hayley Ebert, who is married to Hough's brother and fellow Dancing With the Stars pro-turned-judge Derek Hough you two on expanding your family - this baby is already so loved ✨," wrote Julianne to which Davíðsdóttir replied "@juleshough awwee thank you Jules!!! 🥰❤️🫶🏼✨," and Laich added cannot wait for this new adventure to begin!! I woke up this morning thinking about how excited I am to meet baby Laich! "@hayley.erbert love you Hayls🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🫶🏼✨❤️." Laich and Davíðsdóttir must have stayed tight with the Dancing With the Stars family because the comments also have well-wishes from pros Sasha Farber and Emma Slater 😍👏👏👏," wrote Slater At the time of Hough and Laich's split they released a joint statement saying that they still had so much love for each other but that it was time to separate "We have lovingly and carefully taken the time we have needed to arrive at our decision to separate We share an abundance of love and respect for one another and will continue to lead with our hearts from that place We kindly request your compassion and respect for our privacy moving forward," said the couple in their statement Dancing With the Stars returns for its 34th season in fall 2025 on ABC and Hulu Laich proposed to his fiancée in December 2024 after splitting from Hough in 2020 Katrin Tanja/Instagram; Monica Schipper/Getty Julianne Hough shared her excitement for her ex-husband Brooks Laich and his fiancée Katrín Tanja Davíðsdóttir who 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that feels more powerful than ever From “Dancing with the Stars” to founding Kinrgy Julianne reveals the pivotal moments that helped her start embracing her true self this episode is a masterclass in redefining success as a creative See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 1);}.css-4hf0t5:focus{outline:none;}.css-4hf0t5:hover{border-color:rgba(215 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information Complete accuracy is not guaranteed..css-1dcehgl{-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;background-color:#FFFFFF;border-radius:0.3rem;display:block;height:35rem;overflow-wrap:anywhere;overflow-y:auto;padding:1.8rem;white-space:pre-line;width:100%;}.css-1dcehgl .podcast-transcription-speaker{font-weight:bold;}Speaker 1 (00:04):Welcome back to post friend High Today is a veryexciting day because I am here with Julianne author fromGracing Our Screens on Dancing with the Stars Wow,you have truly done it all and we are currently(00:35):sitting here in Julianne's Kinergy studio Howis the run for you?Speaker 2 (00:41):I mean it was great wewere talking.Speaker 3 (00:44):We were talking about our bob haircuts so that's allI care about.Speaker 1 (00:49):But we just thought Julian's bob haircut is literally perfectright now butI'm loving the short hair.Speaker 2 (00:57):Thank you Yeah.Speaker 3 (00:58):You know what I always say that like hair islike my outward expression of what I'm going and likegoing through internally.Speaker 1 (01:03):What are you going through internally right now?Speaker 2 (01:05):Internally Freedom?Speaker 3 (01:06):That's why it's as short as possible and sassy andfree like that is.Speaker 2 (01:10):That's definitely that's the era.Speaker 1 (01:13):I love it.Speaker 2 (01:13):I love it too well.Speaker 1 (01:14):Our run was a short burst today but it was just enoughto get our post frum high going which was really fun.Speaker 3 (01:25):Yes I won'tbe able to sit still while we're sitting here Iwill be in seven different positions by the time this podcast.Speaker 1 (01:32):We're on a yoga map So you do it ever.Speaker 2 (01:35):Full downward dogget.Speaker 1 (01:38):No she was like doing this salsa move.It was amazing It's like those guys that do jiu jitsu,where everywhere you go they're just like made a conversation.Speaker 2 (01:47):Moving and yeah I'm just fully just andevery conversation that it's perfect.Speaker 1 (01:53):Okay And howdid this amazing studio come to be?Speaker 3 (02:01):So the first thing is anywhere I have evergone for the last fifteen years or seventeen now thatI've been on Dancing with the Stars that long thenumber one question I get asked from anyone around theworld is when are they going to do dancing withStars for the regular people Everybody is special and amazing,But why do you want to do dancing with Stars?(02:24):I was like is it because you want to doapasitoblay or like They're like no like I usedto dance when I was a kid and I haven't since.Or I feel like when I watch the celebrities and like I also want tolose weight and get into that dancer body how do I how do I transfer thelike ten weeks of transformation because it's a dance show,(02:47):but it's really a transformation show And so I was like,how do I take ten weeks and put it inlike a forty five minute class And So through everythingthat I've done in my life it's all been through dance.It's through the lens of dance like dance is also so healing,and so I kind of just took everything that I(03:08):had gathered throughout my whole life dance I just like was like ding.This modality came to fruition and that's what k energy is.So it's a forty five minute class that when youfirst come in you don't have to dance at all.It's supposed to not be intimidating It's our whole mantras.It's not about perfection I mean they're laughingand crying and hugging and connecting And that's the experiencethat you get on Dancing with the Stars And I think that's the essence people feelwhen they're watching the show is I get to transformmy body That's why(03:54):Dancing with the Stars just lasts as long as ithas is because of that like key formula.Speaker 2 (04:00):So that's what kinergy is.Speaker 3 (04:01):But for the average person who just wants to connectto themselves and then justexperience the world.Speaker 1 (04:09):I can definitely see that the fandom of Dancing withthe Stars runs so deep and I feel like Ihave connected with Dancing with Stars with the Stars ina whole new way literally through TikTok Oh my god,and just seeing them post their lives all the celebritiesand the pros that are partnered up together post theirlives and then really like a reality show almost Oh(04:29):you these social media platforms and it's wild.Speaker 2 (04:33):Yeah M thatwould be amazing.Speaker 1 (04:35):That would be a true transformation after what we justwitnessed on the running show or the celebrities thatgo on the show that aren't necessarily the best quoteunquote best it's about the energy and the commitment thatthey put into it and the vulnerability that they share.Speaker 2 (04:55):That's what people fall in love with That's who theywant to root for.Speaker 1 (04:58):It's amazing you've been dancing your whole life,Like to now have a studio class that resembles thework that of course you've been doing with Dancing withthe Stars for the past seventeen years but also thework that you've been doing your entire life training and I'm sure as an athlete it'scool to be able to express yourself and the workoutsthat you love to do and now be able to(05:18):give them to a broader range of people.Speaker 3 (05:21):That's the key is like taking everything that I've learnedin my life and being able to share that whichis like I definitely tried a bunch of different things,and it was about my own self expression my own transformation.But now it's about how can I pass this onto other people and share the joys that it is(05:44):brought to my life as well as even just indance in general you know,Like that's that's the thing that I'm the most excitedabout in this phase of life.Speaker 1 (05:54):Now What is your relationship to fitness?Speaker 2 (05:57):Ah that is a very good question.Speaker 3 (05:59):I mean it's so funny the word fitness feels itfeels like a thing.Speaker 1 (06:07):I think.Speaker 3 (06:07):For me I'm going to gosnowboarding this weekend or go surfing just being connectedto my body is probably the greatest gift that I(06:28):think I learned at such an early age and Ialways think of it it's like out of your headand into your body because we can get so focusedon like all the things that we have to do.My whole mantra is like and if you allow your body to speakfor you I don't know if(06:49):you've ever felt this when you're like on the trainright in New York and you're like you know,like your body doesn't lie.Speaker 2 (06:56):You feel things right.Speaker 3 (06:57):And when I think a lot of the times whenyou're not to your body You can kind of be locked into yourhead and trying to just like willpower things versus likereally feel it.Speaker 1 (07:11):I completely relate to that with running too and what wetalk about a lot on this show is movement forme really is all about the feel good nature of it.And I agree it's like I've been active since Iwas so young that working out in fitness is moreabout living just an active lifestyle.Speaker 2 (07:29):I think so too.Speaker 3 (07:30):I think one of the things that it's interesting Iwas listening to one of my mentors talk and thenjust like over the years just like the research oflike the science and how it's connected itdoesn't matter how hard you work out to like losethe inflammation and stuff like that If you're not emotionally(07:51):connected or feeling like you're releasing that energy or cryingor get you know you'regonna be inflamed.Speaker 2 (07:58):Doesn't matter how hard you work out you know.Speaker 3 (08:01):And that's and that's sort of like I think thetestament to what you were just saying which is likejust being active for how it feels versus how itlooks is all the is totally what the kinergy philosophy is.Speaker 2 (08:12):It's like it's about how you feel.Speaker 3 (08:14):It's not about what you look like that's just theresult and the plus and the cherry on top.Speaker 2 (08:18):But it's all about the connection to feeling first.Speaker 1 (08:21):I agree becauseyou said a little bit about how you've been activeyour whole life Tell us a little bit about your childhood.You grew up in Utah what is it like a growingup in a household with five kids.Speaker 3 (08:37):I was the observer And actually my mom hada miscarriage right before me so I just learned this.I was like the rainbow baby oh,I feel so special.Speaker 1 (08:50):Also your mom has to be a saint raising five kids I was just the observer.Speaker 3 (08:57):Like I watched my three older sisters and then myolder other and I wanted to be just like them.I wanted to be included in everything that they were doing.And then I ended up moving out of my housewhen I was like nine lived with Russian family first,and then at ten my brother and I moved toLondon and we were there so it was kind of(09:18):an interesting thing It was like I was really closewith my family and then there was almost like thisseparation and even with my older sisters like we kindof separated for a little while I mean I've like reconnected with my sistersin like such a fun way whereas like my brotherand I have always been like this I like got to like reconnect with my sisters.(09:40):And they were quite a bit older than me too,so I think now at our age it's like it'seasier to connect now to.Speaker 1 (09:46):Yeah there's nothing better than this sibling dynamic And was it your siblings that wereyour early role models for dance but were your sister's dancers.Speaker 3 (09:56):So my oldest sister she was she was aballet dancer and was like so serious about it andthen we all just like went to her lessons becausemy mom would drive the big red van that waslike known as big Red and we would you know,like have Wendy's in the backseat and like I wastoo young to take any of the classes but I(10:16):was watching and so I knew every like lyric toevery song that they were singing I knew every dance move,and I was just again an observer and I wouldjust watch and so yeah and then we would comehome and they'd practice and I'd be like so cute.Speaker 1 (10:31):And when did you first start start taking dance classes?Like how was were you?Speaker 3 (10:35):I mean it was like the first the first classwas like I ever took was in my neighbor's basementand like they had like a cute little ballet barwith like all the little girls I think it wasprobably three and then I really started though And it's one of those studiosin Utah that's probably one of the most iconic studios.It's called Center Stage and it's where probably eighty percent(10:58):of the dancers that you see on Dancing with aStofe came from.Speaker 1 (11:00):I was gonna say so I interviewed with a couplepeople from Dancing with the Stars Derek being one of them,and then also Ezra and I did not know thatso many of the pros and people on Dancing withthe Stars come from Utah what isin the water in Utah that's making all these incredible dancers.Speaker 3 (11:16):It's literally there is something in the water I don't know,it's like the Mormon something Myparents also met in college on the ballroom dance team,and then obviously we danced it's weird.It's like ballroom dancing is like it's like the centerof the United States to go and learn but I always find itso fascinating that it's like the culture of like theMormon culture and then like ballroom dancingfeels like so wide but it's like for some reason,it's like this big culture in Utah go back to this studio and(12:00):teach and train some of the younger couples And thatwas like Whitney and Lindsay and Jenna and now they'relike these beautiful mothers like on the show and likecrushing life and it's just it's pretty cool to see,like you sometimes forget the life that you've lived andI think back sometimes I'm like wow like I have(12:21):been doing this since I was like coming out ofthe womb like this has been the throughline of my life.Speaker 1 (12:27):No and I mean,it's so wild to think too that at ten yearsold you were moving to London to really pursue itto another degree what is it aboutLondon and the school that you went to that isso good for dance.Speaker 3 (12:42):So what's interesting is how I said like Utah wassort of the capital of the United States for dancing,London is sort of the capital of the world forballroom dancing We had dance coaches that used to cometo our studio in Utah and at the time why don't you come and train over herefor a few months and do the biggest competition inthe world which is Blackpool.Speaker 2 (13:01):But in the center of it is this.Speaker 3 (13:02):Like gold encrusted ballroom and it is just like theweirdest place to like the seaside resort town with likethis beautiful ballroom and like people from all over theworld come to it But we were supposed to stayfor three months I ended up saying for five years.(13:23):My brother stayed for almost ten it's Ithink maybe just because it's like centrally located like allthe Europeans would come in and fly in But it wasn't actually the school thatI went to for ballroom dancing so we went to a performingarts school there too That's where we were singing and(13:45):acting and doing all other styles of dance as well.Speaker 1 (13:48):Did Derek go out before you?Speaker 2 (13:49):He went out for like three months before me I was.Speaker 3 (13:52):I was in Florida with a Russian family dancing Imean that's the part I didn't know about what's happening During this time?Speaker 2 (14:04):They knew that there was a lot of talent there.Speaker 3 (14:06):I think that like when you also see other people,like our coaches they weregoing through a divorce and I think I'vebeen through a divorce and I know that when you'rein that state like you can barely take care of yourself,(14:27):let alone all these kids And I'm not saying thatwas the case for them but like there was an opportunity,there was an opening where they could take care ofwhat they needed to while their kids were having this unbelievable,once in a lifetime experience so,but I know it was really challenging for them but then they saw what(14:47):was happening and we wanted to stay.Speaker 1 (14:49):And you got to have this incredible experience at sucha young age And I feel like it's also yourparents were they're really good at this.So if London's the place do you think you would havehad the career that you have had today.Speaker 3 (15:06):It's hard to say right,Like everything's kind of like magically happening for you like Iknow my energy and I know whatever I would havedone in my career I would have done it to(15:28):like the highest standard because that's just innately who I am.I also love like interior design and you can tellwhen you come to my house because I hold everythingthat I do to a high standard of like beingfully expressed you know.Speaker 2 (15:44):And I think that you're a performer.Speaker 1 (15:46):I am a performer.Speaker 2 (15:47):I'm an artist.Speaker 3 (15:47):I'm like I love beautifulthings and creating beautiful experiences And I actually remember Idid this like exercise where I had to write ahundred things that me happy but you kind of say the samethings and then you clump them into groups and chunks(16:07):and stuff and it's creating beautiful experiencesfor others is the thing that makes me the happiest.Speaker 2 (16:17):And that can be in any form.Speaker 3 (16:20):It can be a dinner party with people coming over,or it could be teaching somebody to dance and likecreating beautiful experiences for people and I love that.Speaker 1 (16:45):What I think is so cool about getting to knowyou is you live maybe the busiest life out ofanybody that I've ever met You've got all these other business she's gota wine company We're not going to talk about it.Like you do so much And you're also so present(17:09):in your life and I feel like you take somuch time to like self reflect and do activities likethat where you can kind of work on yourself andget to know yourself And I think that's so amazing.Speaker 2 (17:20):That's thank you.Speaker 3 (17:21):I appreciate you saying that because I think like don't we all just wantto be seen?Speaker 1 (17:27):So thank you for seeing me I'mdoing so much.Speaker 3 (17:35):A couple of things I remember and Iremember these like kids in my school would like comeup to me for like relationship advice but for some reason I was able tolike have a conversation with them and then they couldshare that I was always fascinated by human behavior and(17:57):psychology and like the why behind everything there were signals and signs.Speaker 1 (18:06):I think you're empathetic and you like connecting with people.Do yeah and like putting yourself in somebody's shoes Thenyou know you're not projecting your own stuff onto them.But anyway I think it was reallyinteresting because I also look back at my twenties andI'm like I worked really really hard as akid and sacrificed a lot when(18:32):I moved out to LA with two thousand dollars Igot a lucky break being on Dancing with the Stars,and from that I won my first two seasons Ireleased an album and had a number one album andlike got to do movies I don't takefor granted the momentum that was happening Like it waskind of just going.Speaker 2 (18:51):I never felt busy.Speaker 3 (18:52):I never felt like overworked because it was it was aligned,you know like I it was just it was energycreating more energy I kindof went more into self reflection and I realized thata lot of what I was doing was isolated andproving myself I didn't realize(19:13):that a lot of my dreams were being manifested throughbeing like watch me I kind of like started going inwards.So like twenty five was when I started like myinward journey and then that was all cognitive like havingmore awareness And then probably around like twenty nine thirty(19:34):is when I really started like a deep healing But what I ended up finding was that again,everything that I've done that has led me here throughmy career it's kind of planted seeds for me to(19:57):be like Ihave life experience in all of these different industries andhow to connect and what people in every one ofthese industries as well as like people who watch wantto feel and so now because I've kind of doneit for everyone else I'm in this stage where I'm like,(20:19):what is it that I want to create And I'mrealizing more and more it's less about me and it'smore about like how can I share what I've learnedwith others and amplify other.Speaker 2 (20:32):People's stories and.Speaker 3 (20:35):Also use it like through the body you know,like when you can feel the effects of what likethe body does I mean,I guess maybe that's the whole thing.Speaker 2 (20:50):I just want everybody to feel free That's like mymission in life.Speaker 3 (20:53):Just I want to make you feel free and happy,and however that is expressed I thinkthe body is a huge way to like access it.So yeah so I think the self reflection has kindof come from It's a journey Like I don't knowif I was always like that but I feel likeI'm right on time.Speaker 1 (21:13):Yeah you are And it's so cool knowing too thatwhen in your late teens early twenties when you weredoing all this amazing stuff winning the first two seasonsand Dancing with the Stars Because I think the onefascinating thing too that I saw is that when youwere first offered the role as a pro on Dancingwith the Stars What was going(21:34):through your mind when you turned down Dancing with the Stars.Speaker 3 (21:37):I think because I had spent my whole you know,childhood and teens competing in ballroom and Latin dancing Iwas a little burnt out because again it was like competitive,and I think I lost a little bit of thelike reason I love to do it I really wanted to act and singand I wanted to be taking seriously and give the(21:57):same amount of time and effort that I put intomy day dancing into working on my craft to beingan actor and a singer And so I was like,I don't want to be on a reality show becauseI feel like there's a connotation to that that like,I mean I'm going to sign this contract,but I'm going to get out of my contract early.Speaker 2 (22:26):That's how like headstrong I was.Speaker 3 (22:29):And I did and I ended up doing the showfor two and a half years which was five seasons,and then I left and did music and films forfive years and then I came back as a judgefor two and a half years which was five seasons.And then I left for five years and started companiesand got married and had like sort of different priorities.And now I'm back as a host and I hope(22:51):that I'm not here for two and a half years.I hope I'm here for a lot longer it was like I wastrying so many different things this is thegreatest I don't even want to call it a job,like this is the greatest opportunity to do what Ilove again and like(23:15):get to be part of this family that has literallygiven me so much I'm so grateful for the show.Speaker 1 (23:21):One of the amazing things too about Dancing with the Stars,based on what you just said is they've given youthe freedom since you were young to do thingsthat you've always wanted to do like have these incredibleroles in movies like Footloose and starring in Burdlesque withChristina Aguilera and share It's so cool that they letyou kind of have those moments and then they've always(23:41):been like when you're ready come back.Speaker 2 (23:43):Totally totally.Speaker 3 (23:44):I feel so so grateful because that's not always the case.And there's been other projects that I've done and thingsthat have been good experiences but nothing like the familythat has been built and created over the last almosttwenty years being on this show.Speaker 2 (24:01):So it's it's been amazing.Speaker 3 (24:03):But again and this iskind of the narrative that I'd love to like shareabout dance in general there's almost this hidden narrativethat dance being a dancer is not enough It's almostlike it's the third tier supporting act and dance I needed to be anactor to have the level of respect or the levelof like I've made it as I'vegone through all of this exploration dance is the mostbeautiful thing and should absolutely be at the forefront andhave And I think a lot of dancers feel this(24:48):way because you know and then if you are a dancer,there's a shelf life and you're usually supporting the artist.But I think what Dancing with the Stars has done,or my brother and I doing our tours which is about helping like the next generationof dancers grow into like a new pathway But it's(25:11):like this is hopefully to show that dancers are artisticathletes and deserve a seat at the table and youcan have a real career And I want to hopefullyadd more more opportunity but just amplifydance in a way to add more opportunity for dancersto be seen and to be at the forefront And again,(25:33):I have to give so much credit to Dancing withthe Stars because they have been that platform for somany people And now TikTok is happening and people are dancing,But like what's the next thing that's going to allowdance to really be at the forefront like all theseother beautiful sports and entertainment and that's like my mission now.Speaker 1 (25:52):Oh I love that Do you think when you werein London and you were attending a performing art schooland you were taking acting classes and singing classes,do you think it was in that school that youalmost put dance in your mind as a third tier.Speaker 2 (26:08):I don't know I think I think it was culturally.Speaker 1 (26:10):It is a thing in me.Speaker 2 (26:11):I think it's a thing in the industry.Speaker 3 (26:13):I think it was always sort of like that waslike sort of we're in support of we are weare the background dancers like andI remember like we changed the word from background dancerto company dancer because it was and just the association,just the language that was used was very much like(26:33):we're behind And so I really try to be impeccablewith like my language as well to like continue toelevate dance.Speaker 1 (26:43):Because you've done so many things and were in somany different hats within the industry and you've done it really.Speaker 2 (26:48):To the top level.Speaker 1 (26:49):Right I'm a dancer.Speaker 3 (26:55):I love that you're asking me this question this was a whole psychologicalbreak for me which I finally had this massive breakthrough.It was like I would try to say and I do this.I think I even said it to you on the run.I was like I do this and I do that.Speaker 2 (27:13):What do I do?Speaker 3 (27:14):But owning the fact that I'm a dancer like thatwas a big deal for me and that that is enough.Being a dancer is enough Dancing is medicine.Dance gives joy to others Dance is a universal language.Dance connects people Dance allows you to like celebrate life.(27:39):It allows you to express yourself it doesn't matter how well you do it.It's not about right or wrong Dance is just movingyour body and feeling free I'm a dancer.Speaker 1 (27:55):She is a dancer Like you've been to do somany incredible acting roles where I feel like you've beenable to combine all the things that you love Because you're able to combine all ofthese things?Speaker 3 (28:13):Yeah I think like again those like early films thatI did like I had tochange my relationship with dance because dance gave me everything.And I see other dancers today that are like I'mso much more look at what else I can do,And I'm like if they only just likeowned being a dancer the way that I didn't just(28:34):fully grasp it when I was younger they couldactually do everything that they want to do But they're going toown it and more opportunities going to come And Ithink that's the biggest thing that I've learned is Itried so many things but I always came back to dance.Speaker 2 (28:53):But I was resisting just owning it.Speaker 1 (28:55):Building a personal brand is the hardest thing you canpossibly do You don't want a pigeonhole your and youdon't want the world to be like I can actuallydo all of these other things as well you know,And it's cool knowing that you love interior design andyou love hosting dinner parties there's so manymore things that you love to do But sometimes withina career it's okay to just be niche and do(29:18):this thing that you love you know what I mean?Speaker 3 (29:20):Oh No I was having at this conversation with oneof my actor friends He's him and his wife arelike my best friends and he is a massive actor.He is an incredible entrepreneur and he's been a produceras well I need toget rid of my production company because I'm so busy.(29:41):But the feeling of that I need to be havingseventeen jobs is so real in life right now becausewe're all like we're all entrepreneurs and it's amazing andwe can create our own life and careers But it's like and then it's the comparison thing well,this person's doing this and this and this and this,but like just being a dancer or you know,is enough.Speaker 1 (30:16):How do you deal with comparison and say likeI don't need to be looking at this right now.I'm comfortable as I am.Speaker 3 (30:22):I mean I'm gonna botch this saying,but comparison is the thief of joy like when I continue to remind myselfthat easy phrase I don't need to.Speaker 2 (30:40):I've competed my whole life.Speaker 3 (30:41):I mean that was literally my entire life was tocompete and to win even in performing and being an artist,Like you're still competing to get the job I get to choose if I'mcomparing myself or not or I get to choose whatI put my energy towards And actually this person overhere that did beautiful work that actually inspired me versusmakes me fearful that I can't do it.Speaker 1 (31:30):Was there ever a role and maybe you'd be comfortablesharing what it is that you auditioned for that youwere like and what was your kindof mindset around that How do you deal with rejection?Speaker 3 (31:42):It was It was very heartbreaking because and it wasprobably the first time I felt like true failure fromsomething that I didn't self sabotage like I've trust me,I've had a lot of failures you know,even the creative team that were around this project reallybelieved in me and wanted this for me as well,and the studio just they were like and like everybody fought for me tohave this role I workedon it so hard with an acting coach and to not be chosen forsomething that I knew it was.Speaker 2 (32:31):That was really devastating.Speaker 3 (32:32):But at the same time I think failure is abig part of And I don't mean to say thisin like the cliche thing like failure is good butI mean it like I had had so many winsand and I had had so much like goodness thatit felt like a big blow that like I didn't(32:56):win this Like it's like Glinda and Wicked.Speaker 2 (32:59):She's like Something's really wrong.Speaker 1 (33:03):By the way like Iam so alpha Barrat now she is so glined.Speaker 3 (33:08):I love it but it was very that but itwas so important for me It's so important to learnhow to fail and to still have like belief inyourself and to not be not be a victim inthe moment and to like take it and be like,you know what I'm not going to take this personally.(33:29):I am going to just say whatever was in thecards was not for me theperson that did get it I am a huge fanof and like she crushed it and deserved to havethat role And it was interesting because they found herafter I had auditioned And(33:52):what happened from it and I heard this like Idon't know where I heard it from whatever you believe in,but like rejection as God's protection So it's like Iwould listen to that also and be like you know what,who knows what would have happened if that were onthe case but I have(34:13):faith that it was putting me in the right position.I have faith that maybe even feeling that rejection andfeeling that failure was what I needed in order toshow my resilience to show that I am capable of failing.But let me fail fast and get back on track.Speaker 1 (34:30):Was there another opportunity that kind of came up insynergy that you then got and you were like Oh,this is what I was supposed to be doing orwas it a growth period for you?Speaker 2 (34:39):I don't know I'm not sure exactly.Speaker 3 (34:41):I mean I don't have one of those like coolstories that's like I was about to quit the industryand then you know I got the cause.Speaker 1 (34:48):I got situations where like I'm supposed to do aninterview and then like you know something else.Speaker 3 (34:59):Pops up totally and and you know what maybe atthe time I was so far in it that Icouldn't really see what that thing was I ended up doing a projectwith Dolly Parton and as I'm sitting here thinking about that,I'm like I am such a relationship person(35:20):and to have had that experience connecting with an iconand a legend that has not only created incredible art,but her just who she is as a human being.And I got to spend time with her and shegot to give me beautiful advice that I'll never forget.Speaker 1 (35:36):Wait And what was theproject you guys worked on we can just everybodyof her is like laughing.Speaker 3 (35:47):But but you know what maybe that's what it was,and like and I will I will hold on tothat experience with Dolly Parton forever And I'm a relationship person,So maybe that was the reason But I remember tellingher all of the things that I love to do,and I was like andI want to do that and all these different things,and she goes Do you think I knewhow to build a theme park but I hiredpeople who did and they were smarter than me I'm smarter than them because I hired them.And so what I took from that was I didn't(36:31):have to do everything I'm not trying to do operations inthis and marketing and like it's so overwhelming letme do the thing that I am gifted at andhire the people that are gifted at their job andas they become you know your team and your family,like you're creating magic together and anything is possible when(36:55):you're trying to do it all by yourself And yet like she is,she has been able to stay Dolly part in theDreamer and look at everything that she's done and likeand her heart and her light and all of that,like she she knows what she will and will not compromise,(37:15):and what she will and won't tolerate And so I just remember thinkingthat because I felt very much like I'm doingall these things and I'm just like grinding.Speaker 2 (37:27):She's like getting likework ethic advice from somebody like Dolly Parton is so iconic.And yeah especiallywhen you're building a team and building your business andyour empire and you know you're trying to be aleader and do all these things like you have tobring team members in because it is way too much,especially when you're doing.Speaker 3 (37:48):So hard boring and isolating to do it by yourself.Like there are so many talented beautiful people that Iwant to create and collaborate with and like there's I mean,I'm a true believer were in Like collaboration is keyand like you get the most magic out of that.Speaker 2 (38:04):I mean like my ideas are not the best ideas.Speaker 1 (38:07):On the topic of collaboration When you're a pro onDancing with the Stars you are collaborating with a celebrity.Who is a celebrity that has surprised you the mostthat's been on the show Maybe that was your partneror as you were hosting or judging you witnessed.Speaker 3 (38:21):I mean I'm just maybe just because it's so freshin my mind but I was really excited about Joey.Speaker 1 (38:29):I was about to make you do a three totwo to one and say at the same time honestlythree Joey truly.Speaker 3 (38:37):I mean what I loved so much about him isthat he is a normal guy who like yet likeyou can try anything and is good at kind of anything.Speaker 1 (38:49):I'm guys was we were doing thedance part and he was like hat is like goodat at anything except not dance Okay.The reason he was saying this is because and golfersare going to love this right now I was tellingJulianne before we started filming I don't want to sidetrack you.(39:11):I was playing with one of the really the bestgolfers in the world It was my first time ever holding agolf club it's a club and anyways,then he was like this is going to be a disaster.And then he was like I'm really not a good teacher.It's just it's all about the interview I'll fake it.(39:31):We don't really have to play I hit every single ball,which if you know golf And it was every it was like,we're going to make the funniest cut out of itbecause I did so well and he made it infive and every single shot He was like what is(39:52):going on?Speaker 2 (39:53):He's like you're just joking with me this whole time.Speaker 1 (39:56):Yeah We had so many people watching us.I was sweating so much on Oh anyways but andthen I got to the second hole and it wassuch beginner's luck because then I started indenting the course.I don't know if I'll put that into the video.I kind of want to make myself look like arock star because why not well I relate a little bit because like it'sso funny like he'll try anything.Speaker 1 (40:24):I at everything.Speaker 3 (40:25):He's pretty good at everything except for surfing And I and I'm good at surfing and snowboarding,and he's like he's like he's great at wake surfing,like wake surfing but like in the natural elements.Speaker 2 (40:39):He's like huh.Speaker 3 (40:40):We also call him Grandpa Huff because he's scared of everything.Speaker 2 (40:44):And so that.Speaker 1 (40:45):Is so bad asking you that you're a good surferand snowboarder.Speaker 3 (40:48):I love those again and like anything Ican do with my body I'm good at I actually theydid like a whole new snow league or it's abrand new league that he created I should do a series kind of(41:08):like what you just did with the golfer But Iwas like I was talking to some people on thechairlift and it was like I get deep very fast,clearly hello everyone not the chairlift.Speaker 3 (41:20):And I was like likewe need to have like like is the Top Show,dancing with the Show on the chairlift You're puttingyourself in a position to fail but you try it anyway.And I think when people are in vulnerable moments you(41:42):get out of your head into your body like somuch as possible.Speaker 1 (41:46):It's like five minute countdown how much Caul Julian getout of this person on me on the anyways?Speaker 2 (41:51):Okay I gotta like I was gonna like change position.Speaker 1 (41:56):We have talked about so much So much is goingon right now we are in this room whatwould you say to your younger self?Speaker 3 (42:10):Oh I would just I'd grabber andI just like make her hug me.Speaker 2 (42:19):Forceful parent I would.Speaker 3 (42:23):I would grab her and I would just like holdher and just say.Speaker 1 (42:29):See I know Radcliffe will not be your boyfriend butmaybe someday.Speaker 2 (42:32):Exactly how did you know that That was in my mind?Speaker 1 (42:35):That was exactly what.Speaker 2 (42:36):I was gonna say.Speaker 3 (42:38):Sorry but I did see him recently while hewas on Broadway and he knew the story because.Speaker 2 (42:47):I've told it a hundred times I'm so sorry.Speaker 3 (42:50):I never got the Beanie baby sidebars.Speaker 1 (42:54):So you guys don't know what we're talking about I'd hugger and I would just say thatobviously you are enough butalso you're going to create so much in your life.Speaker 2 (43:12):Enjoy the ride.Speaker 1 (43:13):Yeah thank you so much forbeing on the show with us today.Speaker 2 (43:18):Thank you.Speaker 1 (43:19):Final shout outs And what should we be on thelookout for.Speaker 3 (43:24):I don't know I mean all onthe social media and all that but obviouslycoming back to Dancing with the Stars and hosting thisnext season but lots lots of things that kind ofto wrap up what we've been talking about which islike owning more of like being a dancer and you know,just anything kind of through the lens of dance Just(43:47):look out anything dance related I'll be sneaking up andpopping up everywhere.Speaker 1 (43:52):If you want to have a potential bump in with Julia Yeah,kind of.Speaker 2 (43:55):Come to Kindred to k Energy let'slike do some collaborations because I love collaborations.Speaker 2 (44:03):So yeah thanks.Speaker 1 (44:04):Well that's a rap and you're the best powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com If you've ever wanted to know about champagne Join me on this podcast as I navigate the murky waters of human behavior and personal anecdotes through in-depth interviews with incredible people—all served with a generous helping of sarcasm and satire After years as a forensic and clinical psychologist I offer a unique interview style and a low tolerance for bullshit quickly steering conversations toward depth and darkness I honor the seriousness while also appreciating wit I’m your guide through the twisted labyrinth of the human psyche “Jake’s very first project was my home—believing in his vision before the world knew his name was one of the best decisions I ever made,” Hough tells AD Upon entry is the formal living room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a sculptural stone fireplace The adjoining dining space and kitchen are outfitted with a Calacatta Viola marble island and a Lacanche range That space offers direct access to a covered terrace with outdoor seating the primary suite is equipped with a spa-like bath and a private balcony which boasts panoramic views of Los Angeles Two additional bedrooms and an office come with views of the surrounding area The residence comes complete with a slew of luxurious amenities including a custom bar and screening room and a gym which opens out to the backyard pool “Designing this home was the beginning of everything for me,” Arnold tells AD “Julianne’s trust in my vision gave me the confidence to chase a dream—and it launched my career it remains one of my favorite spaces; it’s a true reflection of warmth A view of the home’s exterior from the patio An outdoor dining and lounge area on the property Get a year of unlimited access for $25 $20 per month The Studio Has Tons of A-List Cameos—Including Some of the Best Midcentury-Modern Architecture in LA 50 Cent’s Houses: Exploring the Rapper’s Over-The-Top Real Estate Portfolio The Full House Victorian in San Francisco Sells for $6 Million The Residence Offers a Peek Inside the White House—but What Really Goes Into Running the President’s Private Quarters? Severance Twists the Mundane Trappings of the Office Into a Mind-Bending Hellscape Inside Lana Condor’s Completely Transformed Dream Home Actor Walton Goggins and Director Nadia Conners Imagine a New Life in the Hudson Valley 5 Secrets of the SNL Sets You Probably Didn’t Know Not a subscriber? Join AD for print and digital access now Browse the AD PRO Directory to find an AD-approved design expert for your next project. You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience The Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship (SBTS) Pro Trail Crew has been hard at work on phase two of the nearly 80-mile Mt. Hough trail system over the past several years they’ve announced that an all-new top-to-bottom 17-mile shuttle run will soon be ready to ride “The crew is now working to finish Trail #8—when that’s opened it will establish a new top-to-bottom singletrack route from Indian Falls Ridge at the 7,200-foot summit of Mount Hough and a new Yuba Expeditions shuttle option to boot: 17 miles from summit to the swim hole!” The timeline has been massive, too. SBTS has been building on Mt. Hough for 10 years, and they plan to finally wrap the project up this year. Once finished, Mt. Hough will offer three distinct top-to-bottom shuttle runs, plus all of the variations mentioned. SBTS isn’t building mileage just for the sake of mileage. Instead, each trail offers a distinct flavor. “Topography-wise, the Indian Falls Ridge Trail looks really different than the Hough trail. [It’s] rockier over on that side,” said Nicole Formosa, Marketing and Communications Manager for SBTS. However, riders shouldn’t expect dedicated downhill runs or jump trails, as all of these trails are still built to accommodate two-way traffic, including motos. “Having that variety for people, having two more options to go top to bottom is really cool, and we utilize more of the mountain,” said Formosa. Since all the trails are moto-legal, that means they’re open to e-bikes, too. Enter your email for the top stories in mountain biking, plus product picks and deals delivered to your inbox each week. The couple announced on Sunday, May 4, that Davíðsdóttir, 31, is pregnant with their first baby. "Our greatest blessing 🤍🫶🏼✨ Baby Laich coming this fall. Mom & Dad can’t wait to meet you, our little one!!!!!!" read the caption of a joint Instagram post which featured pics of Davíðsdóttir and Laich holding sonogram images in coordinating outfits Plenty of famous friends supported the pair in the comments section — including Hough "Congratulations you two on expanding your family - this baby is already so loved ✨," the former Dancing With the Stars pro wrote Both Laich and Davíðsdóttir thanked Hough for her kind words Brooks Laich and Fiancee Katrin Tanja Davidsdottir’s Relationship Timeline also sent well-wishes to the couple on their happy news Us Weekly confirmed in February 2014 that Julianne began dating Laich. They were engaged by August 2015 and tied the knot in July 2017. After three years of marriage, Hough and Laich split in July 2020 one year after Laich made his relationship with Davíðsdóttir public Laich has remained in the Hough family's circle following his divorce from Julianne. When Derek, 39, married Erbert in August 2023, Laich was one of the six groomsmen supporting her sister-in-law in a silky champagne gown In September 2024, Julianne opened up about crossing paths with her ex and Davíðsdóttir at a wedding "I'm in this place where I now feel like I'm just beginning with so much wisdom with so much compassion and so much empathy and understanding of like what's possible," she said on "The Jamie Kern Lima Show" podcast 'Will this ever end?' to 'Oh my gosh design and create the life of my dreams,' and know that every decision I'm going to make is going to be from here." Julianne Hough’s Complete Dating History: From Ryan Seacrest to Brooks Laich Julianne added at the time that she was looking for a "full connected life," but it doesn't need to be "perfect." Before celebrating Laich and Davíðsdóttir's pregnancy reveal, Julianne sent the couple love upon their engagement announcement "12.16.24 💍🤍♾️ Forever feels just right with you!" Davíðsdóttir captioned December 2024 engagement photos "Congratulations 💍 I'm so happy for you both as you step into this beautiful new chapter together ❤️✨," Julianne gushed in the comments section Show commentsif (window.performance) {window.performance.mark && window.performance.mark('Middle-0-Rmp');window.performance.measure && window.performance.measure('Middle-0-RmpDone','PageStart','Middle-0-Rmp');}Advertisement Show commentsif (window.performance) {window.performance.mark && window.performance.mark('Middle-1-Rmp');window.performance.measure && window.performance.measure('Middle-1-RmpDone','PageStart','Middle-1-Rmp');}Advertisement Show commentsif (window.performance) {window.performance.mark && window.performance.mark('Middle-2-Rmp');window.performance.measure && window.performance.measure('Middle-2-RmpDone','PageStart','Middle-2-Rmp');}Advertisement Notable actors like Robert Pattinson and Hero Fiennes Tiffin got their start in the 'Harry Potter' films United Archives GmbH / Alamy ; Jonathan Brady/PA Images via Getty "Welcome to OVATION — where two worlds collide to create the ULTIMATE DANCE EXPERIENCE. Innovation. Elevation. Inspiration. This is OVATION," reads the announcement on Instagram The teaser video features all of the aforementioned Dancing With the Stars cast members plus professional dancers Talia Favia, Dom Kelley, Will Loftis, Comfort Fedoke, Robbie Blue and Nika Kljun. So You Think You Can Dance fans will definitely remember Comfort from season 4 of the dancing competition series The project is a nationwide tour that spans from Chicago to Phoenix, New Jersey to San Diego. 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The tour runs from December 2025 to June 2026. The 'Dancing with the Stars' host is saying goodbye to her 3,000 sq home with three bedrooms and a beautiful pool Michael Nied has been a digital news editor with PEOPLE since 2025 He has previously been published by Just Jared You are using an outdated browser. Upgrade your browser today or install Google Chrome Frame to better experience this site Phone: (803) 408-8711  Ulmer – Funeral service for Bennie James Hough Olive Baptist Church in Kershaw with burial to follow in the church cemetery he was the son of the late Alex Lee and Daisy Boatwright Hough.  Bennie was a hard worker.  He worked at St Joseph Hospital in New Jersey for over 50 years.  Bennie enjoyed going to the flea market and making everyone laugh.  Bennie’s favorite saying was “I’ve been blessed by the best (Sarah) of Bethune; 14 grandchildren; and loving great-grandchildren; and a host of loving nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by sisters Claudia Mae Smith and Henrietta White; and brother Mailing Address: PO Box 65 Lugoff, SC 29078 Phone: (803) 408-8711 Fax: (803) 408-8713  Blog Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application Dolores's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family Dolores's early years in New York were filled with the bustling energy of the city but she carried within her a serenity that touched all who knew her Her journey through life took her through New York South Carolina where she resided at the Woodlands for the last 10 years of her life where she continued to cultivate a life of warmth and generosity including her daughter Judith Hough Pestak and her husband Mark their children Rachel and Leland; her son Robert Steven Hough and his wife Isela their son Brian; her son David Christopher Hough and his wife Patti their children William and Arianna; and her 3 great grandchildren and was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years Dolores served as a dedicated secretary for several companies where her meticulous attention to detail and warm demeanor made her a favorite among her colleagues Her commitment to service extended beyond her professional life as she actively participated in her church's fellowship committee and served as an officer in her local garden club Dolores's faith was the cornerstone of her life and she found joy in bible study and church activities Dolores's interests were as varied as they were heartfelt tending to her plants with the same care she gave to her relationships Her love for reading was matched only by her passion for music and dancing Dolores sewed beautiful garments for her children showcasing her creativity and love for her family She was known for her ability to create a welcoming home always ensuring it was a place of comfort and joy Her creativity was also expressed through her culinary skills particularly during coffee hour after church Dolores's love for reading continued throughout her life providing her with endless hours of pleasure and knowledge Those who knew Dolores will remember her as a loving and kind soul whose faith-filled life was a testament to her character She was a woman who embodied the virtues of compassion and grace and her legacy will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to have felt her influence from the homes she made to the lives she touched and faith that will continue to resonate in the hearts of her family and friends we celebrate a life beautifully lived and a spirit that will forever be cherished This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Office of Communications and Public AffairsFebruary 21 trustee emeritus of Washington and Lee University which instilled in him a strength of character and purpose for life that he carried with him going forward He graduated as valedictorian from Western High School in 1955 and went on to graduate as valedictorian from Washington and Lee in 1959 was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and met the love of his life The two married following his graduation and eventually had three sons: Michael Hough received an MBA from Cornell University in 1961 and served as an air defense missile officer at Fort Meade in Maryland before moving to Winston-Salem he joined BB&T Corporation in Winston-Salem and eventually retired as executive vice president for corporate banking thoughtful and wise approach to business translated well to his civic leadership which included his extensive volunteer service to W&L He served for 10 years (1982 to 1992) on W&L’s Board of Trustees “where he was able to give back to the place he always loved,” according to his obituary Hough was a member of the Budget and Audit Committee Executive Committee and Nominating Committee as well as chair of the Investment Committee he was a member of the Alumni Association’s Alumni Board of Directors from 1972 to 1976 serving as president of the Alumni Association in 1975-76 and chair of the university’s Annual Fund in 1978-79 Hough’s civic involvement also included being a longtime member of the Rotary Club of Winston-Salem as well as serving on the boards of Hickory Chair Furniture Co. the Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County and the Forsyth Country Club He was a past president and director of the Piedmont Land Conservancy the Nature Science Center (later SciWorks) and the YMCAs of Winston-Salem and Jacksonville An accomplished and avid birdwatcher — a passion he shared with his father that began with Hough’s bout with polio — Hough’s dedication culminated with a life list of more than 700 different bird species that he had heard or seen He was a founding member of the Forsyth Audubon Society and was recognized with several Audubon Society awards He led many birding trips around the country Hough’s love of the outdoors instilled in him a passion for land conservation and nature preservation which led to years of service for the Piedmont Land Conservancy Ben (Ann) and Mark (David Roberts); grandchildren Houston George and Mariella; and special friends Louise Austell and the Kouri family with a reception immediately following at the Forsyth Country Club memorial donations may be made to the Piedmont Land Conservancy Hough’s full obituary was published by Salem Funerals & Cremations Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text passed away peacefully at home on February 6 She graduated in 1949 from Bain High School where she excelled in home economics and secretarial classes She was actively involved in theater performances and basketball Mary had an accomplished career with Cabarrus County Chamber of Commerce Pelton & Crane Dental equipment manufacturing in Charlotte finally as a product quality inspector before retiring in 1998 Mary contributed over 3500 hours volunteering at Atrium Health Hospital in Concord where she served in the important role of dispatcher at the front desk She was honored for her dedicated service and enjoyed working with the other volunteers She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church for over 70 years serving on church committees and participating in Christmas pageants and sewing for mission projects.  Mary was revered for her steadfast support to extended family and friends She was always available to help loved ones when they needed her Her selflessness and dedication to her family were a testament to her loving nature and strong sense of kinship She was an expert seamstress making her own clothes and those for her family and was always fashionably dressed Jonathan Stewart Hough (Kyle) of Charlotte Teresa Beth Hough Koestal; and her siblings; Sam Dulin A burial will be immediately following service in the church cemetery In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Cabarrus County ( https://www.atriumhealthfoundation.org/get-involved/donate/  ) or Feed the Souls food pantry at Bethel Church The family wishes to gratefully acknowledge the caregivers for all their loving care for our mother Hartsell Funeral Home of Midland is serving the Hough family Derek Hough credited 'Dancing with the Stars' with changing the way people perceive dancers during an Emmy consideration panel on 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illustration of a lit pastel green candle with a small white blossom and a three-leaf sprig resting at its base set against a soft green background.","contentUrl":"https://cdn.f1connect.net/photo/moments/candles/candle-green.jpg","uploadDate":"2025-02-05T13:08:37.727Z","creditText":"funeralOne LLC","creator":{"@type":"Organization","name":"funeralOne (Lebanon)"}}]}Matthew Puckett4w agoSo Sorry to hear and made some of the best fried fish I have ever ate KAKaren Marie Adams12w agoLit a candle in honor of Jimmy.Sincerest condolences to Jim's family Light a candleJMJessica Mcguire12w agoJim was one of the best men I've ever known He enjoyed being around others and he would give you the shirt off his back Berlinda Owen12w agoLit a candle in honor of Jimmy.R.I.P Our deepest condolences.Bruhn and Owen family Sir Stephen Hough brought a sense of emotional equilibrium with the symmetry of his recital at David Geffen Hall Sunday evening for the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center transfixing performances of works by Chopin and Cécile Chaminade with a bold visceral reading of Liszt’s Sonata in B minor which was only surpassed by the drama and excitement of his own Piano Quintet Hough began with three of Chopin’ most popular pieces for solo piano the Nocturnes in E-flat major and F-sharp minor The intensity of Hough’s playing and his acute focus on the music commands attention There is no guesswork involved in deciphering Hough’s approach to the Nocturnes He aspires to play Chopin’s melodies in the same manner as a singer would spin a Bellini aria with the focus on long musical lines and subtle shifts of dynamics and color to convey emotion The Nocturne in E-flat major emerged as an expression of ecstasy 2 in B-flat was fueled by the pianist’s impeccable technique and virtuosity as Hough ripped off arpeggios with dazzling finesse and bravura the prevailing sense of a personal connection between pianist and listener remained constant.  Hough’s Piano Quintet (“Les noces Rouges”) was commissioned by CMS and received its debut at this concert His inspiration came from an episode in Willa Cather’s My Antonia her novel of the hardships faced by 19th-century pioneers on the Nebraska prairie but have a harrowing tale to tell from their past It is the gruesome story of two newlyweds being tossed to the wolves on a wild The Viano Quartet—violinists Lucy Wang and Hao Zhou violist Aiden Kane and cellist Tate Zawadiuk—burst on the scene after winning first prize in the 13th Banff International String Quartet Competition in 2019 The ensemble is currently quartet-in-residence at the CMS’s Bowers Program The players pride themselves on being effective musical story tellers and they dug into Hough’s macabre tone poem with gusto.  Hough takes a cinematic approach to his musical depiction of Cather’s story The music is atmospheric with church bells ringing out on the piano Russian Orthodox hymn tunes woven into the score toe-tappers enlivening the wedding banquet He pulls out all of the stops in the frenzied sleigh ride played at breakneck speed with shrieking glissandos in the strings and terrifying cluster chords in the piano Church bells tolled mournfully in the piano after the newlyweds have been fed to the wolves There were some rapturous melodies for the strings enriched by the depth of musical textures and colors which Hough wove into the score Zhou and Zawadiuk got the lion’s share of them to play although Wang and Kane also had ample expressive  opportunities The four string players also are called upon to exploit the full range from their instruments from plucking and strumming sparkling music for himself in depicting the joys and mysteries of young love Whether the quintet (and the concerto) get picked up by other pianists remains to be seen a French pianist who found equal fame as a composer cloaking herself in the late Romantic mantle of Charles Gounod Her “Automne,” “Autrefois,” and “Les Sylvains,” posed no technical challenges for Hough but did permit him to play with great sensitivity and beauty these smaller-scaled works presaged the drama which was to come with Liszt’s Sonata in B minor With only a moment’s pause to wipe his brow and catch a breath that he would impose clarity and cohesion on the Sonata’s chromaticism and vast episodic framework Hough’s restrained approach enabled him to release the grand passions of the music as well as the work’s most subtle expressions of mood building inexorably to the triumphant coda Hough returned to sentimental romanticism with Edward McDowell’s To a Wild Rose The pianist returned to awe with his witty tour-de-force arrangement of “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” from “Mary Poppins The best of the many mutations of that beloved melody was when it suddenly morphed into the Flight of the Bumblebee The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center launches its Baroque Festival 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at Alice Tully Hall. chambermusicsociety.org XHTML: You can use these tags: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <s> <strike> <strong> Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value"  Subscribe via RSS Senator Lincoln Hough was re-elected to the Missouri Senate in 2022 He began his public service career in 2011 being elected to the Missouri House of Representatives and later as the Greene County Commissioner.  Senator Hough graduated from Missouri State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science he has solely owned and operated his cattle ranch since middle school Senator Hough has volunteered for the Greene County and Missouri Cattlemen's Association and currently serves on the Greene County Farm Bureau Board of Directors.  Senator Hough is a dedicated advocate for his constituents He successfully sponsored legislation to enact the largest tax cut in state history led the appropriations committee in their investment in critical infrastructure and carried legislation to provide mental health resources to first responders The most important job he has is being the father to his two sons bringing energy after a long day on the ranch; or preparing the future budget of the state He will commonly say that the time he spends with his boys outweighs all the awards or honors he could ever be given Prior Legislative Service:House of Representatives: 2010 – 2016Statewide Committees:Missouri Tourism Commission FY 2025 Budget Accomplishments 1965 in Coshocton to the late Michael Holmes and Jean (Brown) Kaser She loved turtles and enjoyed playing bingo She traveled and even lived in South Carolina at one time and really enjoyed it there.  Billy (Kayla Cutshall) Mounts and Michael (Shannon) Shane; grandchildren Mindy Chilcote and Lindsey Phillabaum as well as several nieces and nephews.  she is preceded in death by her husband of over 20 years A cremation will take place with the Miller Funeral Home and Crematory and a celebration of life will take place at a later date.  CLEVELAND – As part of its Community Health Investment Strategy that prioritizes well-being maternal & child health and economic opportunity the University Hospitals Board of Directors approved a $3 million mission-related investment in a multi-family mixed-income housing development in the Hough neighborhood that will prioritize below-market affordable rents is being developed by Frontline Development Group a minority- and female-owned real estate development firm UH’s investment will be structured as a soft-debt mortgage providing a below-market interest rate and financed by UH’s endowment fund It is expected that the principal will be paid back over a 15-year term The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has noted that social determinants of health (SDOH) impact quality-of-life outcomes and risks, and research has linked the quality of housing as an SDOH factor University Hospitals recognizes that stable housing creates thriving communities and is a key component of well-being place-based strategy that fosters economic vitality and actively participate in the area’s growth.” Gateway66 at League Park will be a new 82,237-square-foot construction development at the corner of East 66th Street and Linwood Avenue in the Hough neighborhood in Cleveland Eight units at Gateway66 at League Park will serve residents earning at or below 30% Area Median Gross Income (AMGI) 16 units will serve residents earning at or below 50% AMGI 32 units will serve residents earning at or below 60% AMGI 20 units will serve residents earning at or below 80% AMGI and 4 units have been designated as market rate “Hough is a neighborhood with a rich legacy of community pride and resilience,” noted Sheila Wright “It has long been home to families and residents who have sustained its vibrancy despite cycles of disinvestment The ongoing revival of Hough reflects a shared effort among community members and partners like University Hospitals to create a future where everyone has access to opportunity We are deeply grateful to University Hospitals for their support not only with this investment but with the additional strategic guidance they have provided.” Gateway66 at League Park will provide at least 80 units comprising 56 single-bedroom units and 24 two-bedroom units Gateway66 at League Park will include the construction of two four-story elevator buildings with various amenities including: on-site management office The development will be accessible for a variety of populations including singles Manage Your Care With UH MyChart Copyright © 2025 University Hospitals Get health news and advice you need to live your best delivered right to your inbox every month: The Science of Health e-newsletter Sir Stephen Hough is a “keyboard colossus” (The Guardian) “a pianist of great subtlety” (New York Times) who “challenges and deepens our perception of everything he touches” (Classical Source) At 7 p.m. Feb. 2, Hough will perform a solo recital featuring music of Cécile Chaminade, Franz Liszt and Frédéric Chopin for the Great Artists Series at Washington University in St Sponsored by the Department of Music in Arts & Sciences the series hosts intimate performances with some of the brightest stars in contemporary classical music Hough’s performance also serves as the department’s annual Carlin Event The program will open with three works by Chaminade Chaminade was widely celebrated during her lifetime touring extensively and becoming the first female composer to receive France’s Légion d’honneur Chaminade’s work largely fell into obscurity “I’m frankly astonished that Chaminade’s beautiful pieces are not played more,” Hough wrote in his program notes “She has the elegance in her piano writing of Saint-Saens and Moszkowski and all of the pieces I’ve selected these have tunes in them which an audience will leave the hall singing.” Also on the program will be two monumental works of the piano repertoire: Liszt’s Piano Sonata in B minor 178 (1852-53) and Chopin’s Piano Sonata No Rounding out the program will be “Sonatina Nostalgica” (2019) Hough’s first original piano concerto and an homage to the “romantic musical language of yesteryear.” Since taking first prize at the 1983 Naumburg Competition in New York Hough has appeared with most of the major European Asian and American orchestras and regularly plays recitals in major halls and concert series around the world The first classical performer to be awarded a MacArthur fellowship he was awarded Northwestern University’s 2008 Jean Gimbel Lane Prize in Piano and the Royal Philharmonic Society Instrumentalist Award in 2010 he was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire and in 2022 was knighted in the Queen’s Birthday Honours Hough’s catalogue of more than 60 albums has won the Deutsche Schallplattenpreis He has won eight Gramophone Magazine Awards including “Record of the Year” in 1996 and 2003 and the Gramophone “Gold Disc” Award in 2008 which named his complete Saint-Saens Piano Concertos as the best recording of the past 30 years Read the full biography WashU’s Great Artists Series hosts intimate recitals with some of the brightest stars on the contemporary concert stage Grammy Award-winning pianist Yefim Bronfman will return March 2 followed by star tenor Lawrence Brownlee March 23 a chamber ensemble featuring traditional Vietnamese instruments Hough’s performance will begin at 7 p.m. Feb. 2 in WashU’s E. Desmond Lee Concert Hall. Tickets are $35-40, or $32-37 for WashU faculty and staff, and $15 for students and children. Tickets are available through the Edison Theatre Box Office, 314-935-6543. For more information, visit music.wustl.edu In addition, Hough will lead a piano masterclass at 3 p.m. Feb. 1, also in the E. Desmond Lee Concert Hall. Joining Hough will be WashU students Gus Bachner, Wilson Gao and Sophie Tao. The program will feature works by Beethoven, Szymanowski and Chopin. The class is free and open to the public. 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Trump’s Budget Cuts Funding for Chronic Disease Prevention Religion in Schools Julianne Hough shared her updated dating goals in an exclusive E News interview while attending the Christian Siriano runway show for New York Fashion Week on Feb Julianne Hough is waltzing away from the pressure of finding the one The Dancing With the Stars host shared an update on how her dating life is going explaining that she's adjusted her expectations for romance in the new year "I've been very intentional about what I'm putting out and what I'm excited to attract and hopefully be attractive to," Julianne exclusively told E! News while attending Christian Siriano's runway show at the New York Fashion Week on Feb "but I will say that I kind of just threw that out the window." And her go-with-the-flow attitude has already proven successful, as the 36-year-old—who split from ex Brooks Laich in 2022 following five years of marriage—noted that "life has been very fun the last month." "It kind of brought me back to the joyful versus being so serious," Julianne continued I'm just gonna be playful and fun.'" As for the type of partner she hopes to attract Still, Julianne—who sparked romance rumors with the Bachelorette's Tanner Courtad in December—isn't in any rush to jump into a relationship she previously provided insight into where romance falls on her list of priorities "Honestly, I am just keeping my heart open and kind of just letting the seasons flow and I'm focusing on Dancing With the Stars," she told People in 2023 but I'm not actively looking for anything."  And though she hasn't met her perfect match yet, she's thrilled to see others find love. Case in point: her heartwarming message to Brooks after he announced his engagement to CrossFit athlete Katrín Tanja Davíðsdóttir in December "Congratulations," she wrote in the comments section of the couple's engagement announcement at the time "I'm so happy for you both as you step into this beautiful new chapter together." For more of Julianne's honest confessions about life On the Death of Her Dogs Lexi & Harley only when I was ready to open my heart and love again - you cracked me open sweetheart." On Her Relationship With Ex-Husband Brooks Laich I started becoming more of a woman," she continued I was starting to listen to my voice more—not the 10-year-old voice that was making decisions subconsciously."And Julianne began to learn more about herself "As that started happening," she later added "I really started shifting and changing and questioning what I believed in."  While still with Brooks she once told him, "'You know I’m not straight, right?'" the Safe Haven star recalled to Women’s Health in 2019 But I choose to be with you.'"However “Coming out is one of the most vulnerable and empowering things that you can do,” she noted on The Jamie Kern Lima Show “And I think for me was very much like it’s not about being straight or gay or bi or queer It’s more about I think I’m just learning what love is and I love people but I choose you.” As her journey of self-discovery continued Julianne learned more about how she connects with others.“That is the freedom of the love that I was starting to experience in seeing people,” the dancer added “Because I think I had been able to take off a layer of I was starting to see people and seeing their hearts and seeing their beauty and their essence coming through in a way that I was like And I don’t know if it’s a sexual attraction or a this attraction but I’m just seeing people.' And that was such a beautiful revelation." On the Time She Disagreed With the Dancing With the Stars Winner  I tried as hard as anybody in the history of the show was malleable to fit into exactly what somebody needed me to be for them to be happy,” she added “What I've realized over the years is I don't know if I've ever truly been in love with someone but I have loved the feeling of being loved And so let me be what that needs to be so that I can be loved And then because I'm so filled with love from someone I've been in love with everybody I've ever dated I don't wanna overanalyze it because every person I've also dated has been a very good person.”When Julianne and Ryan split 2013 a lot of "Brentwood moms and producers" questioned the decision."They're like ‘Your life is completely set up,'" she said ‘But I didn't build it.’ And of course I was like and I wanna feel the pride of doing it.'” On Her "Biggest Regret" With Country Music Career "I had this competitive nature with myself and I'm going to go do movies instead.' I never really followed through with my music demons and an exorcist coming out of her butthole' or something like that “My first experience was when I was about 4 years old by a neighbor in our neighborhood in our cul-de-sac,” the Utah native said on The Jamie Kern Lima Show “I’ve actually never said that out loud to anybody in an interview before obviously growing up in the Mormon culture everybody needs to put on the shiny ‘we’ve got ourselves together.’ And there was not a lot of repercussion for what had happened.” Julianne said it would be years before she told her parents.“Forgot about it and then other things happened later in my childhood,” she added I came home and I started sharing those things But I had forgot about the neighbor thing at 4 years old until I started really doing this work in the last few years That’s why I think I blocked out from birth to 10 because I completely dissociated from that ever happening.”At the beginning of her book Everything We Never Knew she dedicated the novel to her younger self who “did what she needed to do to survive and protect herself to get to the place she is today.” “There's so many people that do what they need to do to survive,” she told Jamie Kern “And we should be so grateful for that part and that version of us and know that as an adult ‘I see you now and you're not alone.’” On Being Called "Fat" While Working on a Movie "I’m doing the best that I can right now and I’m making these conscious choices as long as I’m happy and I’m positive and I’m feeling good Sarah Hough is one of four candidates vying for two seats on the Springfield school board the two candidates with the most votes will be sworn in April 15 to serve three-year The seven-member governing board sets policy approves an annual spending plan and hires and evaluates the superintendent I don't think we're going to be in a perfect world in the next several years." Hough said there wasn't a specific issue that prompted her to run for the board "I generally believe in public education and education for all and that is what brought me to this point in my life and that includes the safety of our teachers and educators from external threats but it also includes behavior issues in the classroom How do we address those things to make sure that our teachers and our students have safe learning environments Other people in the community are talking about that we have to be making sure that the plan is working and we're holding administrators accountable that if it's not how do we change course and make sure that we're we're impacting that." Hough said she will promote academic achievement "Our students have to be prepared for success our school district has made strides in that but I think we have to continue to focus on academic achievement for our kids and making sure that we're growing in those areas and coming back from the learning loss that COVID handed us How can the board be more accountable to the public when it comes to student achievement and making progress over time?"Accountability comes through transparency .. but also good communication about why decisions are made and how they're made." "The right answers are transparency and communication to parents and continuing to have that actually does a great job of being pretty transparent If you want to find information about the budget of the strategic plan but it's continuing to engage people in the processes of developing those "I am proud of our public schools in Springfield We're the largest school district in the state We're continuing to expose kids to choices and innovation I will say my kids have had good experiences in public schools." I'm proud of the work that that our public schools are doing and I think there are some challenges that certainly exist and I think that there are external forces that have impacted that there's less respect for the profession of teaching I also think there are a lot of tough classroom issues I think there have been a lot of things that our educators have had to overcome And so we've seen a higher rate of loss in that profession That is a challenge that we'll have to work together to address." What specific actions do you support or oppose regarding diversity equity and inclusion in education?"Schools should work to meet students where they are." I think about how they interacted with their students I think about how they met kids where they were There were some students that came to class and they had everything they needed and they were ready to roll with the history lesson as soon as the history lesson started There were other kids who came to class with issues or maybe a parent who was in addiction or other things I saw my parents reach out and meet those kids where they were and help them overcome barriers to make it and come to the class ready to learn When I think about my philosophy of how students should be treated in schools that We need to try to help students overcome barriers." "How do we make sure that our students are starting from a place where they're ready to learn It's not the school's job to overcome every barrier for every kid and leaders of our community and our district would agree that we need to do what we can to support students and meet them where they are so they have that chance for success." "Public schools are the bedrock of a thriving community It's really important as a board member to make sure that we're hearing from all of the stakeholders engaged Hough said feedback from teachers and support staff must be included in decisions "As I talk to educators and our support staff in schools I think that's an area where maybe we have an opportunity to get better feedback from that group to help us make decisions I'm not saying that the school is not getting feedback from that group but how do we translate that feedback into into decision making She said the board must engage members of the community even if they don't have children in the district when we go to get our car serviced to when we go to out to eat everyone that we come in contact with is a product of our public education system And so how are we preparing those kids for success It's important to really be good listeners and ask those questions of all stakeholders groups when you're deciding things as a member of the Board of Education." we need to prioritize making sure that we're we're doing the least amount of impact to classrooms and to student-facing positions I don't have a specific line item that I would say Y or Z,' but I think that's what I will prioritize." She said her priority will be maintaining "frontline positions or student-facing positions." Hough said setting spending priorities will be critical in the next couple years "They've already said 'We have to cut $7.5 million out of next year's budget.' That's certainly where I will prioritize." "it's hard to say that any one area would be off limits." "As the largest school district in the state our board and administration needs to have a loud voice with our legislators that public education is to be valued and should be funded." Hough said she engaged in the endorsement process with Springfield National Education Association the Springfield chapter of Missouri State Teachers Association She declined to meet with the Greene County Republican Central Committee because she does not want a partisan endorsement Hough grew up in Arkansas and has been following the LEARNS program a school choice initiative that helps parents access funding for private or home schools "The last data I saw on that program in Arkansas it was nearly 85% of the funding that had been allocated for vouchers had gone to students who were already in private school or home school the previous year The intent of the particular program in Arkansas was that the the funding would be prioritized to students who were in F-rated districts for them to seek a better public education is that that funding is going to kids who are already in the private school system or being school home-schooled especially when we think about the budget cuts and cuts to public education that we're seeing It also concerns me that those private schools may not have to educate somebody who has a learning disability or isn't a native English speaker They may not have the programs to support that where public schools do support those kids who need that extra support." I think we're going to continue to see them being pushed at a statewide level and national level .. I think we're going to have to grapple with that and I think we're going to have to be strong advocates for public school education." "Cellphone use is a distraction to kids in classes we have to ensure that (the SPS) policy is being implemented with fairness and consistency across the district It's my understanding that the policy does prevent kids from using their cellphones during academic time So how do we as a board make sure that leaders in buildings are following that policy?" And I applaud the board for making that a priority The strategic plan is like 'We want to be the best paying district in southwest Missouri.' And I would love to see us get to the point where we're saying 'We want to be the best paying district in the state Let's pay the best in the state.' I'd love to see us get to that point." we also have to impact teacher morale through through getting that feedback from teachers and using that feedback to make decisions to making sure they're engaged in the process and they feel valued There are a lot of great stories of how educators are impacting people's lives and changing people's lives .. So I think that's certainly an opportunity for us." I think we have to celebrate our teachers and recognize the work that they do we have to be tireless cheerleaders for that there are a lot of good things happening in our schools." How long in Springfield: Since enrolling as a student at Missouri State University in 2002 Career: Senior manager for community and outfitter engagement at Bass Pro Shops Community involvement: PTA member and served on the boards for nonprofits including Care to Learn Family: Mother to two school-age children enrolled in SPS Education: Bachelor's degree in English literature at Missouri State University CLEVELAND — The non-profit Birthing Beautiful Communities broke ground on a new birthing center in Cleveland’s Hough neighborhood on Tuesday digging up some much-needed hope for the community When we last spoke with CEO Jazmin Long in May of 2024 she said the location for the birthing center at East 65th Street and Chester Avenue was chosen with intention because the neighborhood has an infant death rate three times the national average but there is sunshine at the end of the day,” she said after the groundbreaking “I’m so grateful to be in a position to know that this is happening that this center is going to be a reality for so many families here in northeast Ohio.” Birthing Beautiful Communities has been offering birthing support The new birthing center will expand the non-profit into medical care Long said the center won’t look like a hospital low-risk births and services for babies and families after delivery “This is something that says Black community you are valued right here in our own communities in Cleveland We told you last year when some neighbors near the site petitioned the city planning commission to block the birthing center from being built so close to their homes Birthing Beautiful Communities is still pulling together the money for the nearly $13 million project a price tag that’s only grown over the last year Their goal is to close on financing in the next 45 days The birthing center is expected to open in the fall or winter of 2026 2025 at her home.   Judy was born on May 26 KY to the late Ben and Ruby Hall Hough.  She was a retired employee of Leggett & Platt and a member of First Baptist Church of Mt Washington.  In her spare time she enjoyed cooking and shopping.   In addition to her parents Charles Summitt and David Kelty; a granddaughter Megan Hough.  Judy is survived by three daughters and Kathy Husband (Kevin); father of her children and Matthew Husband; eleven great-grandchildren Chad Hough.  Funeral services will be 2 p.m 2025 at McFarland-Troutman-Proffitt Funeral Home with burial to follow in Highland Memory Gardens.  Friends may visit from 10 a.m until time of service Friday.  Memorial gifts in her memory are suggested to St To View Service, Please Click Here in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park NC and was a son of Mildred Meachum Hough Mills and the late William Lacy Hough He was a 1972 graduate of Bowman High School and attended Appalachian State University and graduated from Pembroke State University He taught at Sun Valley High School and business courses at Anson Technical Institute He also owned and operated Anson Electric and worked with Anson County at the wastewater treatment facility Those who are left to cherish his memory are his children Melody Patrick and Brandy Hough both of Wadesboro and Jason Hough (Brittany) of Hartsville and Cody Livingston and Dylan Livingston of Narrows In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his son Tyquan Rivers and by his sister and brother The arrangements are in care of Leavitt Funeral Home and online condolences may be made at www.leavittfh.com Beau Maye, brother of New England Patriots’ quarterback Drake Maye, will take over the boys’ basketball program at Hough High in Cornelius.Tap link below for the story:https://t.co/7Hmz9Dq8EL the brother of former North Carolina standout Luke who shined on the basketball court as well as the brother of former Tar Heel and current New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye Maye played his high school basketball career at Hough High School where he played under Jason Grube where he averaged nearly 13.1 points and 7.2 rebounds per game during his senior season with the Huskies before earning a walk-on spot at the University of North Carolina Maye averaged career highs in points (16.5) and rebounds (9.8) per game where he was limited to just four games before a season-ending knee injury Maye replaces former head coach Dan Larkin who spent just two seasons coaching at Hough High School where he went 20-31 in his tenure and didn't qualify for the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) state playoffs in either season The Huskies finished the 2024-25 season with a 13-13 record and reached the first round of the Class 4A state basketball tournament Before Larkin took over before the 2023-2024 season Jason Garube was the head coach at Hough High School where he lasted nine seasons from 2014 to 2023 Beau will start in Hough this fall after graduating from his master’s degree in North Carolina Hough High athletic 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that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (WLOS) — A teacher with nearly 30 years in the classroom is recognized for her excellence and ease of connecting with her students She credits a challenging time in her past for helping her prepare her kids for the future Fifth-grade teacher Karen Hough has been at Charles T Koontz Intermediate School since it opened in 2011 by letting them know they can always come to her if they need anything we’re all about family at Koontz," said Hough THANKS TO TEACHERS: STEVEN ARROWOOD Today's lesson was all about verb tense Hough's class is reading a book about the distant past "The Boys War," about the Civil War 16 years old who were fighting in a war," Hough explains Hough spent several years teaching and raising two sons when her husband was deployed "I know what it’s like to raise two children without anyone to assist you," said Hough she also realized many of her students were being raised by single parents without that support 11-year-old Logan was struggling in his English class while his classmate Nicole was adjusting to her first year in Intermediate School THANKS TO TEACHERS: VICKY ALLEN "The work is sometimes harder, and like you have to figure out by yourself. In elementary, they helped you more," said Nicole. Now, both Nicole and Logan say they enjoy school and their teacher. "You have children who are very, very mature, and you’ve got children who have not reached that maturation yet, so being able to find a balance to teach both mindsets," said Hough. When it comes to the future, Hough said one of her big goals is to continue to provide that safe space many fifth graders need. Rachel Balkovec became the first women to manager full time in the minor leagues several other women have coached at the professional level and in the Northwest League we remember a baseball pioneer from our own backyard Hough (1877-1940) was among the first female managers of a semipro baseball team in the history of our National Pastime She led the Edmonds Shingleweavers to the 1925 Snohomish Independent championship and hardly no one knows her name on this 100th Anniversary Local newsprint announced her appointment as manager July 25 She promised an immediate shakeup of the roster and delivered Emma gave no cares for “gentlemen’s agreements” on segregation and integrated the ball club Edmonds signed left-handed curveball artist Jimmy Claxton who had been banned from Tacoma Industrial League and Seattle City Leagues earlier the same season With Hough in the dugout and Claxton on the mound They finished with a record of 17 wins and 4 losses She piloted Edmonds to their first five victories of 1926 before retirement from baseball with a record of 26 wins and 5 losses as manager Her husband Frank was briefly appointed manager in 1927 and son their Perry Hough was an outfielder on the team they enjoyed the last decade of 45 years of marriage They are buried in adjacent plots at Marysville Cemetery and picnics outings can be purchased by calling (425) 258-3673 or visiting the AquaSox Front Office at 3802 Broadway Julianne Hough and Jesse Palmer Set to Host "The 97th Oscars® Red Carpet Show"By Oscars.comFeb 25th, 2025 The stars are assembling for Hollywood's Biggest Night with exciting programming leading up to "The Oscars®." Multihyphenate Julianne Hough and television personality Jesse Palmer will host "The Oscars Red Carpet Show," the official lead-in to the 97th Oscars on Sunday This marks Jesse Palmer's inaugural year and Hough's second consecutive year hosting the official pre-show The 30-minute special will highlight Oscar® nominees and provide a multiview experience of the red-carpet arrivals giving the audience every can't-miss moment from Hollywood's biggest celebration This marks Jesse Palmer's inaugural year hosting the official pre-show "The 97th Oscars Red Carpet Show" is executive produced by David Chamberlin ABC News' live coverage of "The Oscars" kicks off on "Good Morning America," Wednesday 26, with Lara Spencer in Los Angeles 28, Spencer will be joined by ABC News chief international correspondent James Longman as well as other special guests throughout the morning broadcast Coverage continues that afternoon on "GMA3: What You Need to Know." That evening, "GMA" co-anchor Robin Roberts hosts the primetime special "Countdown to the Oscars with Robin Roberts: A Special Edition of "20/20" featuring interviews with Oscar nominees as well as first-time host Conan O'Brien. ABC News Live picks up coverage of the 97th Oscars throughout the weekend; and on Sunday ABC News Live "Prime" anchor and "World News Tonight" Sunday anchor Linsey Davis and "Good Morning America" Saturday and Sunday co-anchor and "World News Tonight" Saturday anchor Whit Johnson joined by ABC News correspondent Chris Connelly, KABC-TV entertainment reporter George Pennacchio and Variety's chief awards editor Clayton Davis will co-host "On the Red Carpet at The Oscars" on ABC and ABC News Live the 24/7 award-winning streaming news channel Once the curtain falls on the Oscar stage "Live with Kelly and Mark" takes over and will broadcast LIVE from the renowned Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood to celebrate Hollywood' biggest night with the fan-favorite "After the Oscars Show," Monday The Emmy® Award-winning hosts will showcase the best moments and biggest winners from backstage at the 97th Academy Awards as well as welcome huge guests live on stage and highlight the evening's fabulous fashion with the official live red-carpet show airing at 6:30 p.m The 97th Oscars will be held Sunday, March 2, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and will be televised live on ABC, streamed live on Hulu and airs live in more than 200 territories worldwide The stars are assembling for Hollywood's Biggest Night with exciting programming leading up to "The Oscars®." Multihyphenate Julianne Hough and television personality Jesse Palmer will host "The Oscars Red Carpet Show," the official lead-in to the 97th Oscars on Sunday The 97th Oscars will be held Sunday, March 2, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and will be televised live on ABC, streamed live on Hulu and airs live in more than 200 territories worldwide to his parents Glynn Daniel and Dorothy Dovie Dorman Hough Daniel dedicated over 40 years to Georgia Pacific as an Area Steam Superintendent for the Southern Division covering many states and various plants across the country and playing and spending time with his fur babies Daniel also was 1968 Graduate of Springhill High School and member of Open Door Fellowship Church of Springhill Daniel is preceded in death of his parents A family directed Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. February 2nd at the Open Door Fellowship Church in Springhill Care entrusted to Medders Funeral Home of Crossett