Derek Huff had an expensive Christmas.
Hugh, known for his warmth and generosity, finds himself in an unexpected situation this holiday season with his beloved cat, Otis.
gave Dancing with the stars Judge revealed on Instagram that he had to spend $8,000 on emergency veterinary care after Oates consumed the inedibles.
“Look what I got for Christmas,” Huff shared on Instagram alongside a photo of a plastic bag containing the removed items.
“A plastic bag full of stuff Oates ate and had to have it removed from his stomach costing him $8,000. Yay! Glad he’s okay.”
The expensive procedure saved Otis’ life, ensuring the holiday season was not marred by tragedy.
Fans flooded the post with messages of relief and support for Hugh and his feline companion.
Hugh returned to Los Angeles for the holidays on December 21 after performing at the YouTube Theater with his wife Hayley Erbert and their dance troupe.
The festival performance was made even more memorable with guest appearances by Mark Ballas. Together, Hoff and Balas recreated their Argentine tango, a dance they first performed during the season 33 finale. Dancing with the stars.
Hough reflected on the importance of routine in a conversation with Deadline, explaining its deeper purpose.
“We wanted to soften the idea of two men dancing together on Dancing with the Stars, you know what I mean? It became like an introduction, if you will, and something of the future on the show. Left the door slightly open for partnerships.