Julianne Hough Is 'Leading With Love' Amid Broadway Debut

Jullianne Hough has returned to acting with a debut in "POTUS."

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Hough took a break to find and grow herself when the pandemic hit.

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After some soul-searching, Hough peacefully walked away from her marriage to former hockey star Brooks Laich.

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The exes finalized their divorce on February 22 and expressed that they split with "love and respect."

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The "Footloose" actress said, "My heart is open. I'm leading with love but not necessarily searching for anything."

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Hough is happy starring as Dusty, a farm girl who is more than meets the eye on "POTUS."

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The 33-year-old plays alongside a female cast in the three-time Tony-nominated play.

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Following her split from Laich, Hough bought a new home in New York.

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The "Safe Haven" actress celebrated her move on Instagram, noting she had the support of family and friends.

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