’90s TV Icon Jennie Garth is back in the spotlight, this time opening up in a deeply personal way as she shares a defining chapter of her life while promoting her new memoir, “I Choose Me.”
A standout moment from her press tour came when fans of “Dancing with the Stars” saw her reunite with Derek Hough during an appearance on “Extra,” bringing back memories of their time together on the hit ABC show.
Garth and Hough Recreate Their ‘DWTS’ Photo Years Later
Fans quickly embraced the moment, celebrating the reunion of the former dance partners who first teamed up during Hough’s debut season in 2007.
In a video shared from the interview, the two shared a warm camaraderie, offering a glimpse of their connection years after they collaborated on the show.
Garth and Hough looked back on their time on the hit ABC competition, where they partnered in season five and reached the semifinals.
Race car driver Hélio Castroneves and Hough’s sister, Julianne, who now co-hosts the show, went on to win the Mirrorball Trophy that season.
Reflecting on their journey, Garth spoke warmly about the trust they built on the dance floor and the support she felt throughout the experience.
During her conversation with Hough, she shared, “I put all my faith in you,” calling him “the best teacher.”
They also reunited on the Emmys red carpet last year, much to the delight of fans.
Their reunions offer fans a glimpse into the connection they formed during a fast-paced, high-pressure season that continues to hold meaning for them both.
Memorable Moments From the Ballroom
Their time on “Dancing with the Stars” also came with its share of challenges. In May 2021, Hough spoke to US Weekly and hilariously shared one of the most memorable moments from that season.
“In my very first season, my second dance, this is when I’m like, ‘This is my chance. I’m going to show what I got. This is my first time on TV doing this.’ And I dropped my partner, Jennie Garth, on live television,” he recalled.
He added, “Which, by the way, dropping your partner and falling on live television … But it was, like, the worst thing, but the good thing about that is I got that out of the way real quick. That’s the worst thing that could possibly happen, so it’s only uphill from here.”
Despite the setback, the pair went on to form a strong partnership and continued to impress throughout the season.
Inside Garth’s New Chapter With ‘I Choose Me‘
As she spoke to Hough and reflected on the past, Garth also bravely shared who she is today. Her memoir, “I Choose Me,” delves into deeply personal experiences, including her divorce, pregnancy losses, and the challenges she faced behind the scenes in her career.
Through the book, she offers an honest look at her life, sharing lessons shaped by resilience, self-reflection, and growth.
Her reunion with Hough adds a sense of nostalgia to this new chapter, reminding fans of the journey she has taken both personally and professionally.
For many, seeing the two together again felt like a full-circle moment.
