Makayla Cohol

I believe I should be the next Dance icon because my passion for what I do drives me. Achieving this would bring me even closer to my dream.

 

Placed 13th

in the Semi-Finals

Thank you for supporting me in this competition. Your donations and participation will benefit the Why Not You Foundation in their mission to fight poverty through education initiatives that empower youth to lead with a why not you attitude.

 

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Tell us about your dance style or inspiration:

One of the primary motivations that led me to pursue dance was a sense of discomfort with my own identity. I began dancing at the age of six, but it was around twelve when I became more committed to it. I recognized that dance provided me with a powerful medium to express not only my true self but also the versions of myself I had previously masked. This journey of self-expression enabled me to discover my authentic identity, refine my unique style, allowing me to channel my talents moving on.

How would being in Ciara's music video impact your life?

This opportunity would be a significant milestone in my journey. Dancing in a music video has always been a major aspiration of mine, and to have the chance to do so at such a young age would be truly remarkable. It would also be an excellent addition to my resume as I continue to pursue a career in the professional dance industry.

What would you do with the $20,000?

All though it would be nice to keep all the money, there are more people in the world who need it. I would donate 1/3 to the LA fire departments to help control the fires that are going on right now. I would then donate another 1/3 of it to the parkinson’s foundation, my grandpa was diagnosed with parkinson’s in 2020 and since then i have realized how much little research has been done on this illness. As with the rest of the money to my parents who have supported me throughout my li

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