Julianne Hough expressed her admiration for her sister-in-law Hayley Erbert’s new hairstyle following Erbert’s recovery from a serious medical ordeal. Erbert, married to Julianne’s brother Derek Hough, underwent an emergency craniectomy in December 2023 due to a cranial hematoma.
At the 2024 Tony Awards, Julianne shared with PEOPLE that Erbert is doing exceptionally well and praised her sister-in-law’s current hairstyle, which she described as “French chic.” Despite Julianne’s preference for the shorter style, Erbert planned to grow her hair out, prompting a playful disagreement between the two.
Julianne herself made a notable appearance at the Tony Awards, gracing the red carpet in an elegant blush-colored Ermanno Scervino gown adorned with ruffle details. Her chin-length bob was styled in soft curls, complementing her ensemble for the evening.
Beyond attending as a guest, Julianne played a role in the event, co-hosting the pre-show “The Tony Awards: Act One” alongside actor Utkarsh Ambudkar. During the main ceremony, she introduced the cast of “Illinoise” for their performance.
Erbert’s health journey has been marked by significant milestones, including successful cranioplasty surgery to replace a portion of her skull following emergency procedures. Derek Hough, expressing immense gratitude, credited the medical team for their pivotal role in her recovery.
Having shaved her head for the surgeries, Erbert has sported a cropped hairstyle as her hair regrows. Her return to the public eye included a red-carpet appearance in April 2024 and a resumption of performances with Derek on their Symphony of Dance tour, which concluded in May 2024.
Throughout these developments, the bond between Julianne Hough and Hayley Erbert has remained strong, with Julianne’s support evident in her celebration of Erbert’s recovery and personal style choices. The family’s journey through adversity and triumph has underscored their resilience and the importance of mutual support in facing challenges together.
