Julianne Hough
Dancer on 'Dancing with the Stars', actress, 'Footloose'
Julianne Alexandra Hough (born July 20, 1988) is an American dancer, actress, singer, and television personality who gained widespread recognition as a professional dancer on the competition television series 'Dancing with the Stars' (2007-2017), where she won a record four Mirrorball Trophies. Before her television prominence, Hough trained extensively in ballroom and Latin dancing, becoming a multiple-time National and International Latin Dance Champion in her competitive youth. Her success on 'Dancing with the Stars' led to opportunities in film, including starring roles in 'Footloose' (2011) and 'Safe Haven' (2013), as well as appearances in other theatrical films and television shows. As a singer, she has released several albums and singles, though her musical career has been less prominent than her dancing and acting work. Beyond entertainment, Hough has established herself as an entrepreneur and wellness advocate, launching various business ventures and promoting fitness and healthy living through social media and other platforms. Her career trajectory from competitive dancer to television personality to film actress exemplifies the multi-platform entertainment opportunities available in the contemporary media landscape.
Julianne Grossman
Media executive, entertainment industry leadership
Julianne Nicholson
Actress, 'Law & Order: SVU', dramatic television roles
Julianne Moore
Award-winning actress, 'Still Alice', versatile roles
Julianne Phillips
Actress, television and film roles
Entertainment
American
1988
Thinking about the name
Julianne
Latin origin
“A popular English variant of Juliana, blending the classical Latin roots with an -enne suffix that feels both French and accessible. Julianne has enjoyed renewed popularity in recent decades, perceived as sophisticated yet approachable, with strong literary and cultural associations.”