Taniya Ell-Bailey

I'm the next Dance Icon because I love inspiring people with dance, especially those with my same disability! I'm energetic and passionate.

Placed 4th

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:

I am trained in different genres of dance such as: Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, and Contemporary. I have also taken Pointe and Tap classes. My favorite dance style is Hip Hop because it allows me to be me, and it fits my personality. I am able to express myself freely when I'm dancing. Dance is my form of relaxation, and it allows me to show people that they can accomplish anything they set their minds to do.

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

Being in Ciara's video would change my life so much by giving me the opportunity to showcase my passion for what I love doing. It will also allow me to be an inspiration to all who may have doubts that they can do something. It would be better than a dream coming true.

What would you do with the $20,000?

I would help my mom pay for my college tuition because, at times, she works 12-14 hours days without complaining just to take care of me and to pay for my dance classes, conventions, and competitions. Also, I would try to buy me a car, so my mom wouldn't have to worry about trying to buy me one.

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