Derek Hough posted another update on his wife, Hayley Erbert Hough. who suffered a sudden brain bleed after performing on their tour in Washington DC earlier this month. In the Dancing with the Stars judge’s last update, he mentioned that she would need to undergo another surgery to replace the piece of skull the doctors cut out to relieve the pressure on her brain.
On social media alongside a photo of himself sitting beside his wife’s hospital bed, Derek wrote, “With immense relief, gratitude and overwhelming joy I’d like to share that Hayley’s cranioplasty surgery has been successfully completed as planned.”
“My sincere appreciation goes to the exceptional medical team. Their expertise and steady hands were pivotal in this journey, ensuring a smooth and successful surgery,” Derek wrote. “Especially Dr. Mai who not only performed the surgery but was also the one who saved her life 2 weeks ago.”
“This surgery marks a significant milestone in my wife’s recovery journey”
“We are profoundly touched by the outpouring of support and prayers from each of you,” Derek wrote. “Your thoughts, prayers, and positive energy have been a source of strength and comfort for us during this challenging time. It’s truly heartwarming to know how much love and care surrounds us.”
Derek shares that his wife is on the road to complete recovery. “This surgery marks a significant milestone in my wife’s recovery journey, and your support has played a crucial role in getting us here,” Derek continues, “We are filled with hope and optimism for the future, knowing she is on the path to a full recovery, surrounded by such a loving community.”
He ends the message, “Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for standing with us. We love you. With heartfelt thanks and endless gratitude.”
Hayley underwent a craniectomy after a life threatening brain bleed
The two professional ballroom dancers were in the midst of their Symphony of Dance tour. After a performance in Washington D.C. on Dec 6, Hayley became ill and had to be rushed to the hospital where she was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma and subsequently underwent a craniectomy.
Derek wrote on Instagram, “At the end of last night’s tour performance in Washington D.C., My wife Hayley became disoriented and was taken to the hospital.” He continued, “She was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma from a burst blood vessel and required an emergency craniotomy. She is in stable condition.”
“Hayley…is now on the long road of recovery”
The next day, Derek posted an Instagram update on Hayley’s condition.
“Haley has always inspired me with her will, her strength and her resilience and no more so than in the last 48 hrs. She is now on the long road of recovery,” he wrote. “Words cannot express how grateful and thankful we are for the support and love that you have given us. The kindness that we’ve been shown in this incredibly unfathomable and life changing time is immeasurable.”
Needless to say, the Symphony of Dance Tour, which had dates scheduled through the end of the month has been postponed.
