Dancer of the Week- Marissa Milele

Who is Marissa Milele?

A professional dancer, NFL Cheerleader and has a passion to be in the entertainment industry, dancing and singing.

Where are you from?

Originally from Nashville, Tennessee.

Where are you located?

Nashville right now but LA as of July.

What style of dance do you do?

Contemporary, Jazz and Hip Hop

What does dance mean to you?

Everything! Dance gives me a way to express my feelings, inspire people and to do something passionate for a living. When did you start dancing?

I started dancing around 3 years old and trained solid from that time.

Why did you start dancing?

My very first studio was Laurie Morrison School of dance then moved to DC Dance Factory at 6 years old.

How does dancing make you feel?

Makes me feel great when I can inspire someone. Maybe to not give up or to be confident with themselves.

What current projects are you currently working on?

I've recently participated in the Janelle Monae music video and the Alvin and The Chipmunks movie as a dancer in both gigs. I'm currently in the audition process of "So You Think You Can Dance". Got a ticket to Vegas. Vegas airs June 29th so you'll have to watch.