Julianne Hough congratulated her ex-husband, Brooks Laich, and Katrín Tanja Davíðsdóttir on their engagement after they shared the exciting news. The couple announced the milestone on Instagram, with Davíðsdóttir captioning the post, “ Forever feels just right with you!”
Within minutes of the announcement, Hough, 36, shared her warm wishes, writing, “Congratulations I’m so happy for you both as you step into this beautiful new chapter together. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and endless adventures!” Laich, 41, replied graciously, saying, “Thank you for the kind words, much love Jules!”
Laich and Davíðsdóttir, 31, confirmed their relationship in the summer of 2021, a year after Laich and Hough’s split. The Dancing With the Stars cohost and the former NHL player were married in June 2017 but separated in May 2020 after nearly three years of marriage.
By late 2019, breakup rumors began swirling when Hough was seen without her wedding ring. In January 2020, sources revealed they were “having problems,” and Hough filed for divorce in November that year. Their divorce was finalized in June 2022.
Despite their separation, Hough’s brother, Derek, remained friends with Laich. According to insiders, Derek held no animosity toward his sister’s ex, understanding the couple’s decision to part ways. In August 2023, Laich was even part of Derek’s wedding party, where he supported the family with no hard feelings.
Derek’s wife, Hayley Erbert, also celebrated Laich’s engagement, commenting on Instagram, “So happy for you two.”
In September, Hough reflected on her past relationship during a podcast interview. She described her marriage as the “greatest thing” for her personal growth, helping her heal and start a new chapter. Running into Laich and Davíðsdóttir at a wedding, she remarked, was “so beautiful” and a testament to moving forward amicably.
Laich and Davíðsdóttir’s romance blossomed publicly in August 2021 after Laich supported her at the 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games. The pair then embarked on global adventures, sharing glimpses of their love story from Hawaii to Botswana and Indonesia. Their engagement marks another milestone in their journey together, celebrated by friends, family, and even Laich’s ex-wife.
