Dewan's daughter inspired DWTS dance journey

Jenna Dewan revealed that her 13-year-old daughter, Everly, was the primary reason she agreed to compete on Dancing With the Stars. Everly encouraged her mother to embrace the opportunity, reminding Dewan of her own teachings about pursuing passion and joy.

Dewan stated that Everly's words prompted her to say yes, as she realized she was doing the show for herself. Her participation was not driven by a desire to win the Mirrorball trophy, but rather to experience personal growth and share her love for dance.

Throughout the competition, Dewan emphasized that putting herself out there for judgment was a significant challenge, yet also a proud achievement. She focused on reconnecting with her core reasons for loving dance and performance, which she referred to as her "true north."