Derek Hough will replace Billy Bush as the host of Extra this fall.

"The ballroom has been my stage, my home and my launchpad. Now, I'm stepping into an exciting new spotlight as the host of Extra ," Hough said in a statement on Wednesday, August 13. "I'm truly looking forward to collaborating with this incredible team, diving into this next creative chapter and connecting with fans and audiences in a whole new way."

The Emmy winner called his new role "an honor" while expressing his enthusiasm for Extra ‘s "bold, fresh new era for season 32," which premieres on September 8, "and beyond." He will join senior correspondent and weekend host Mona Kosar Abdi and longtime correspondent Terri Seymour .

Hough, 40, is best known for his time on Dancing With the Stars , on wh

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