Julianne Hough talks divorce, New York City, and “hot girl summer”

Julianne Hough, the incoming co-host of “Dancing With the Stars,” recently spoke with Page Six exclusively at the American Ballet Theatre’s June Gala. Hough revealed that she is ready for friends and travel, which she considers to be a “hot girl summer.” When asked if her summer plans would include romance, Hough laughed and said no. Hough, who recently finalized her divorce from Brooks Laich, stated that she and Laich had “lovingly and carefully taken the time we have needed to arrive at our decision to separate.” She also noted that they share an abundance of love and respect for one another and will continue to lead with their hearts.

Julianne Hough talks about her move to New York City

Hough has recently moved from Los Angeles to New York City and is loving it. She finds the city to be full of possibilities and dreams, and she loves that she feels more a part of the world every day. Hough also noted that she loves the people and the culture of New York City, but there is one thing she doesn’t love—the sometimes overwhelming stench of urine in the summertime. Despite this, Hough believes that living in New York City is a give-and-take, and there are certain things you have to compromise on.

Julianne Hough talks about her career

Hough will be heading back to Los Angeles in the fall to begin her co-hosting duties with Alfonso Ribeiro on “DWTS,” a show that she is closely aligned with, having been a professional dancer and then a judge. While at the American Ballet Theatre’s June Gala, Hough was reminded that her life could have taken a very different route. Hough shared that when she was living in London, she was offered to go to the Royal Ballet but chose to stay in her performing arts school so that she could be more versatile and develop her dancing, acting, and singing skills. At the time, it was a very hard decision for her.

In addition to Hough, other celebrities at the event included Mick Jagger and his ex-ballerina gal pal Melanie Hamrick, Katie Holmes, Misty Copeland, Cynthia Bailey, and Sutton Stracke.