Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert Star in Emotional New Family Film
Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert are stepping into a role that has fans imagining what their future might look like.
The married couple stars in a new short film, "A Part of This World," created for mom-and-baby brand Momcozy. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Eva Michon, the project offers a heartfelt look at the realities of early parenthood and the small, meaningful moments that help families connect.
Rather than focusing on major milestones, the film centers on the everyday routines that make up family life-feeding a child, comforting them, cleaning up messes and showing up for the countless responsibilities that come with raising a family.
The campaign highlights the growing emphasis many modern families place on shared caregiving, portraying parenting as a partnership built through daily acts of support and teamwork.
For Hough, 41, and Erbert, 31, who married in 2023, the project gives fans a chance to see them in a different light. While the pair are best known for sharing glimpses of their life together through travel, dance and creative projects, this campaign explores themes of family, caregiving and the future.
Fans quickly filled the comments with praise for the couple's chemistry and the film's emotional message.
"There's no love like the love of a child," one wrote.
"I love this moment," said another.
"Love this little family!" another chimed in.
The project arrives as conversations around parenting roles continue to evolve, with more families embracing the idea that caregiving responsibilities are shared rather than falling primarily on one parent.
Whether viewers are parents themselves or simply appreciate stories about family and connection, the film's message is a simple one: some of the most meaningful moments happen in the ordinary routines of everyday life.
And for fans of Hough and Erbert, it's a touching reminder of why the couple continues to resonate with audiences both on and off the dance floor.
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This story was originally published June 17, 2026 at 7:40 AM.