TV star reveals wife rushed to hospital for emergency brain surgery
Posted by  badge Boss on Dec 07, 2023 - 09:31PM
Derek Hough revealed wife Hayley Erbert was rushed to hospital last night (Picture: WireImage)

Hayley Erbert was rushed to hospital for an emergency operation on her brain, husband Derek Hough revealed.

The Dancing With The Stars judge opened up about his wife’s health scare on Instagram, explaining that the 27-year-old became disorientated after their Symphony of Dance show in DC last night.

In a statement, the 38-year-old penned: ‘At the end of last night’s tour performance in Washington DC, my wife Hayley became disoriented and was taken to the hospital,’ he began.

‘She was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma from a burst blood vessel and required an emergency craniectomy. She is in stable condition.

‘I want to thank the first responders and medical personnel who have cared for and continue to care for her.’

He concluded the post: ‘I ask for your prayers and positivity during this time.’

Derek was flooded with support from famous friends and fans in the comments below, as pals shared their hopes for Hayley’s speedy recovery.

Meghan Trainer replied: ‘I was in DC last night. The show was absolutely amazing… Hayley was fabulous…

‘I am so sorry this happened. We were sad to not see her at the end of the show. I had a feeling something happened… Many prayers and sending love.’

Allison Holker commented: ‘I am sending all of my love, healing and prayers!’

Derek’s DWTS colleague Emma Slater said: ‘Omg Derek, thinking of you guys right now. Sending Hayley so much love and healing light.’

‘Oh my friend sending love and keeping her in our thoughts for a full recovery. So scary,’ Josh Groban posted.

As Mira Sorvino added: ‘I will pray for her!!!’

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