Originally Posted by idetached:
“This is funny. Derek is starting a show that may or may not make it on a cable network in the US. The previous attempts he's made into acting on shows in the US haven't gone over so well. He's tried to be a TV host even that was a bust. Where is the big movie he made in China that was coming to America? As for as the dancing, he's got injuries and needs surgery. DWTS has given him the most capable partners, the best songs to dance to and the prime time spots usually he's last for dancing. He doesn't have to do the specified dance assigned he can make up stuff and it gets called innovative and he gets over scored a lot. He borrows the choreography from other shows (SYTYCD) and YT of Fred and Gene. Of course celebrities are going to ask for him. The other PROS don't get those opportunities, so they can't shine. More and more people are recognizing Derek's opportunities are not exactly all because of his talent and are speaking out about it. Not surprised to see this thread.”
Thought of you when I saw this article,
'DWTS" Derek Hough is All Over TV
Quote:
“FAMILY DANCE OFF - Hosted by Derek Hough, "Family Dance Off" is a one-hour special featuring five families who love to dance and who get the chance of a lifetime to perform and compete on a Hollywood stage before a live studio audience. Five families withFans of Dancing With the Stars’ winningest pro, Derek Hough, will get to see a lot of him starting Sunday August 25.
Hough hosts ABC’s Family Dance Off special in which five families with terpsichorean talents vie for a $10,000 prize. Hough has called it a feel-good show in which everyday people have the chance to rock it as dancers. The competing families are from widely diverse backgrounds, have styles that are very different from one another, and include some cute kids, making this a fun show to watch. Of course, if it proves a ratings winner, more Family Dance Offs could be swinging our way.
For Hough, the Family Dance Off idea is a natural. He comes from a family of dancers – grandparents, parents, and four sisters including fellow dance star-turned-actress Julianne Hough. Another dance family has been key in his professional life, too. He lived and studied in London with dance coaches Corky and Shirley Ballas (at age 12) – and trained with their son, Mark, who is now his biggest DWTS competition.
Of course Hough is back for Season 17 of DWTS beginning Sept. 16, saying he’s looking forward to the streamlined new Monday-nights-only format. No more of those tired Tuesday results shows. Plus, he’ll be spotlighted at the Sept. 22 Primetime Emmy Awards. For the first time in Emmy history, the choreography category – in which Hough is a double nominee – is being moved to the Primetime Emmy show, while the category for reality competition host moves for this year to the non-televisited Creative Arts Emmys ceremony. The nominated choreographers are creating a dance number for Emmy host Neil Patrick Harris and may perform with him as well.
A few more things for Hough: He has a Game Shows Network dance game pilot on the boards. He and sister Julianne are preparing to produce a scripted series set in the competitive ballroom dance world for Starz. And he has a book in the works. But don’t worry — all this diversification has nothing to do with the athletic and brilliantly innovative star thinking of hanging up his dance shoes any time soon. The four-time Mirror Ball trophy winner and five-time Emmy nominee is still only 28 years old.”
Erm, and the only double nominee for Outstanding Choreography.
And just
danced and sang with the
California Philharmonic Orchestra.
http://www.purederekhough.com/page/4/
Not picking on you, luv, just wanted to let you know you were in my thoughts!
He probably does get lots of offers but if he really did have bigger and better offers imo he would have left DWTS like his sister has by now. Imo he's needed DWTS as much as they needed him. 