“Dancing With The Stars” contestant and “Love Thy Nader” star Brooks Nader recently sparked romance rumors with Dakota Mortensen, Taylor Frankie Paul‘s ex from “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” during the latter show’s premiere event in New York City. Brooks sat down to spill all the details on what really went down that night.
The 28-year-old “Sports Illustrated” model has also had several high-profile romances that have gained attention over the years. She married Billy Haire, a media executive, when she was 22 (he was 33), but they divorced in 2024 after four years of marriage.
In July 2024, PEOPLE reported that Nader and Tom Brady had been “hooking up” that summer and having “rendezvous in different cities.”
“It’s casual. She has a very active social calendar and likes to party, and Tom is often with the kids and doesn’t like the nightlife scene,” the source shared.
A few months later in September, Brooks began “hooking up” with her season 33 “DWTS” partner, Gleb Savchenko.
A source told Us Weekly, “It’s casual for now, and they’re both just having fun.” The insider continued, “Brooks and Gleb have been very flirtatious from the beginning of rehearsals. They aren’t dating, but they’re enjoying spending time together and getting to know each other.”
In September 2025, Brooks’ sister Grace Ann Nader confirmed her involvement with Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz during an interview with E! News. “The rumors are true,” she said. “Dating is such a loose term. But I do know he’s the man of the hour.”
Nader has reportedly also been seeing another tennis player, the Italian Jannik Sinner. According to Page Six, Nader was “dating both the tennis tournament’s No. 1 and 2 seeds—arch rivals Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner—at the time of the [US Open].”
When it comes to Brooks’ romance with Dakota, however, she denies all of the rumors that were being spread online after a TikTok of the pair posted by her sister went viral.
“I don’t know how it stirred into this whole thing,” Brooks told E! News. “I was having a conversation with a cutie. I don’t even know who he is.”
“They’re part of our Hulu family so we went to support,” she explained, “but I had met him for the first time. He was so nice, but I’m single as can be. I’m a free bird.”
The reality TV star is enjoying being single.
“You can do whatever you want when you’re single,” Brooks said. “Not having to answer to anybody, not having to explain yourself if you’re seen talking or flirting with a guy, dating multiple people.”
“Dancing with the Stars” pros Derek Hough and his wife, Hayley Erbert Hough, are getting ready to become first-time parents — and they marked the special moment with an intimate, star-studded baby shower in Los Angeles.
Held on Nov. 13 at Cosette Wine Bar + Bottleshop, the expecting couple celebrated their baby on the way surrounded by family, friends, and several familiar faces from the DWTS family. According to People, the event was organized by Derek’s sister, Julianne Hough, along with friends Britt Stewart and Jessica Gee, and event planner Troy Williams of Simply Troy. Julianne described the celebration as “ethereal” and “dreamy,” honoring the couple’s next chapter.
“Hayley and Derek are such a beautiful match,” Julianne told People. “They are the perfect combination of creativity and strength, and they give so much love to each other and the people in their lives.”
Among the guests were DWTS alums Sasha Farber, Mark Ballas and his wife BC Jean, Daniel Durant, and Angela Ribeiro. Hayley, 31, glowed in a bright yellow Tularosa dress with her hair styled in loose curls by Jill Buck and natural makeup by Afton Williams. Guests participated in creative activities, including a baby succulent garden, kitten playtime with rescues from Kitten Rescue LA, and personalized diaper notes.
Julianne also presented the couple with a keepsake edition of Grimm’s Fairy Tales filled with handwritten notes and illustrations. “Having Derek, Hayley, and this new little angel living here in L.A. will be so amazing,” Julianne added. “I couldn’t be more excited to spoil the baby rotten.”
The couple, who tied the knot in August 2023, are getting ready to welcome their first child this winter. In a recent Instagram video, Derek showed off their baby’s nursery-in-progress, revealing a cozy crib setup. Hayley commented, “The one and only thing we have in the nursery so far. But we’re slowlyyyy making progress .”
Derek, 40, and Hayley first announced their pregnancy in July with a sweet video of them embracing against a scenic view, captioned, “We can’t believe the biggest thing to happen to us could be so small ♥️.” The couple, who dated for eight years before marrying, has continued to share glimpses of their journey while maintaining an element of surprise — especially when it comes to their baby’s gender.
While the pair hasn’t confirmed their baby’s sex, fans believe Derek may have accidentally revealed it — twice. During the Oct. 14 “Dedication Night” episode of “Dancing with the Stars”, the judge nearly said “daughter” while reflecting on a contestant’s father-daughter dance before quickly correcting himself. “Watching you two dance really made me excited to have my own moment with my— with my own child,” he said, sparking immediate speculation.
Weeks later, Derek posted a rehearsal clip of him and Hayley dancing, where many fans claimed they heard him say, “That’s my girls. That’s my baby.” The comment reignited theories that the couple is expecting a girl. “Twice he’s now slipped, so definitely a baby girl,” one fan commented.
Despite the speculation, the couple has kept details under wraps and continues to enjoy this season of anticipation. Their baby is expected to arrive in December and judging by the excitement surrounding their shower, they’re already surrounded by love and support.