Derek Hough Is 'Grateful' for Wife Hayley Erbert as He Celebrates Her Birthday 1 Month After Wedding

Emma McIntyre/GA/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Derek Houghis showering his wifeHayley Erbertwith love on her special day. TheDancing with the Starsjudge shared a loving tribute for Erbert onInstagramWednesday in honor of her 29th birthday. His post featured photos from the couple’s Northern Californiaweddingon Aug. 26. “Happy Birthday to my beautiful WIFE! Whoah, I love saying that,” began Hough, 38. “It’s only been a month since we’ve exchanged our vows and we have already embarked on such an amazing adventure together.

Derek Hough Is 'Proud' of How Sister Julianne Hough Handled 'The Activist' Backlash: 'I'm in Awe of Her'

Derek Hough.Photo: Isaac Brekken/Getty Derek Houghhas his sister’s back. Julianne Houghfaced backlash recently after it was announced that she would be judging a new CBS series calledThe Activist, which would follow six activists from around the world. The show wasquickly dubbed “tone deaf,“and many brought up herHalloween blackface costumeback in 2013. On Sept. 14, Julianne responded to the backlash in a lengthy Instagram post, claiming, “I am not qualified to act as a judge.

Derek Hough Knew He Was Ready to Propose When Calling Hayley Erbert His Girlfriend 'Felt Really Wrong'

Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage Derek Hough’s decision toproposeto longtime girlfriendHayley Erbertcame after a pivotal realization. In a joint interview, the couple told PEOPLE exclusively how it’s been an adjustment to call each other “fiancé” and “fiancée.” “[I was] so used to saying boyfriend. The other day I was at the vet with my dog and I was like boyf—iancé?” said Erbert, 27. “That was one of the big signs for me knowing that it’s definitely time [to propose], because I called her my girlfriend at some event and it felt really wrong,” shared Hough, 37.

Derek Hough Marries Hayley Erbert in 'Regal' Redwood Forest Wedding with 'Epic Barn Dance Party' (Exclusive)

Derek HoughandHayley Erbertare officially husband and wife! TheDancing with the Starsalums tied the knot in Monterey County, California, on Saturday in front of 106 guests. Amy and Stuart Photography The extravaganza, which Erbert, 28, planned with the help ofSimply Troy Lifestyle + Events, kicked off on Thursday with a welcome party at a beautiful cliffside estate in Carmel. “It’s one of the most breathtaking places,” says Hough. “It’s like a fairytale.

Derek Hough Praises 'Perfect' Decision to Tap Sister Julianne to Host 'DWTS'

Derek Hough, Julianne Hough.Photo: Joshua Blanchard/Getty; Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Derek Houghis thrilled to welcome his sister back to theDancing with the Starsballroom. After news thatJulianne Houghwill return to the dance floor as a host, Derekshared his supportfor the decision.“You know, it makes sense,” Derek, 37, toldEntertainment Tonight. “I mean Julianne is an alum, you know. She’s won the show twice. She’s a part of the family, you know what I mean? And so when I heard the news too, I was like, ‘That makes sense.