Julianne Hough debuts at number one
Wednesday, May 28, 2008 – Newcomer Julianne Hough did pretty well for herself with her self-titled debut disc - it debuted at number one on the country charts, which will be officially released Thursday. She had the third best selling overall album in the U.S.
"Country music has always been my passion," she said. "Having the opportunity to make a record in Nashville and then getting to share that with the world is beyond my wildest imagination. A big thanks to Luke Lewis and the entire Mercury staff." Lewis is head of the label.
The Utah native, who gained fame for winning "Dancing with the Stars" twice, takes over the otp spot from Toby Keith's "35 Biggest Hits."
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Julianne Hough has spent much of her 19 years building a successful professional dancing career. If her self-titled debut is any indication, she may have a bright future moonlighting as a country singer.
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