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Watch Robert Irwin Crush (And Others Crash) 'Dancing With The Stars' Debut Watch Robert Irwin Crush (And Others Crash) 'Dancing With The Stars' Debut
Watch Robert Irwin Crush (And Others Crash) 'Dancing With The Stars' Debut Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars kicked off Tuesday, Sept. 16, with 14 celebrities hitting the ballroom floor — and the scores ranged from dazzling to dismal. Wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin and “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Whitney Leavitt tied for the top spot in Week 1 with scores of 15 out of 20. Irwin and partner Witney Carson wowed with a jive to “Born To Be Wild” that racked up 3.6 million TikTok views, while Leavitt and Mark Ballas earned their 15 with a tango to “Golden” from "K-Pop Demon Hunters." At the other end of the leaderboard, Corey Feldman and Andy Richt…
He Breakdanced In Silence For 40 Seconds — Then Put NJ Officials On The Spot About Taxes: WATCH He Breakdanced In Silence For 40 Seconds — Then Put NJ Officials On The Spot About Taxes: WATCH
He Breakdanced In Silence For 40 Seconds — Then Put NJ Officials On The Spot About Taxes: Watch Will Thilly didn’t just walk up to speak.  He spun, dropped, and breakdanced in silence for nearly 40 seconds. The Cranford Township Committee candidate brought the drama — and the dance moves — to the public meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 2, breakdancing his way to the podium before calling out local officials on taxes. Once he reached the mic, Thilly sighed, grabbed some water and papers, and casually asked how everyone’s weekend was. He told the room he’d just gotten back from Mexico. “There’s no pizza there … [but] it’s a beautiful town with lots of history,” Thilly said, before tossi…
Disney Descendants Tour 2025 Brings Wicked Fun And Villain Kids To Life On Stage Disney Descendants Tour 2025 Brings Wicked Fun And Villain Kids To Life On Stage
Disney Descendants Tour 2025 Brings Wicked Fun And Villain Kids To Life On Stage Did you know Disney villains like Maleficent, Jafar, and the Evil Queen had kids—and those kids went on to sing, dance, and take over Auradon Prep? That’s the world of "Descendants," the hit Disney Channel movie series where the children of classic villains clash with the children of heroes in a story filled with music, mischief, and second chances. In "Zombies," it’s cheerleaders, zombies, and werewolves learning to coexist (with plenty of dance battles along the way) in the colorful town of Seabrook. Now, both Disney franchises are leaping off the screen and onto the stage—and you're invit…
NJ's Own Kelly V Is Back On Netflix’s 'America’s Sweethearts' — Will She Make The Cut? NJ's Own Kelly V Is Back On Netflix’s 'America’s Sweethearts' — Will She Make The Cut?
NJ's Own Kelly V Is Back On Netflix’s 'America’s Sweethearts' — Will She Make The Cut? Netflix's hit docuseries "America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" is back for Season 2 on Wednesday, June 18, and the drama is already kicking into high gear. This season picks up right before final auditions for the 2024-2025 squad, and follows a mix of veterans and hopefuls as they push through training camp, painful cuts, and high-pressure performances on the road to joining one of the most iconic teams in sports. Only 23 of last year’s 36 veterans are returning, leaving room for a larger rookie class than in the past five years — and every candidate is bringing her own story…
Hot People Wanted For Kevin Hart Movie Filming Yacht, Club Scenes In NYC Hot People Wanted For Kevin Hart Movie Filming Yacht, Club Scenes In NYC
Hot People Wanted For Kevin Hart Movie Filming Yacht, Club Scenes In NYC If you’ve ever been told you have “main character energy” while dancing on a rooftop, this casting call's for you. Grant Wilfey Casting is looking for “attractive” club-ready people ages 18–35 to serve as background actors in Kevin Hart’s upcoming feature film 72 Hours, directed by Tim Story (Barbershop, Think Like a Man, Ride Along). The comedy follows a 40-year-old executive (Hart) who gets roped into a wild three-day bachelor party with a much younger crowd after being mistakenly included in their group text, according to its IMDB page. Producers are casting for scenes set at a high-en…
NJ Influencer Alix Earle Joins 'Dancing With The Stars' NJ Influencer Alix Earle Joins 'Dancing With The Stars'
NJ Influencer Alix Earle Joins 'Dancing With The Stars' Alix Earle, a Monmouth County native, is known for her get ready with me videos. Now she has to get ready to learn how to dance. Earle, who graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School, is joining the cast of the 34th season of "Dancing With the Stars." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alix Earle (@alix_earle) A social media influencer and model known for her candid beauty tutorials and lifestyle content, Earle has amassed 4M followers on Instagram and 7.3M on TikTok, having collaborated with major brands over the last few years. …
Greedy For Tate McRae? Her 2025 Tour Is Headed Your Way Greedy For Tate McRae? Her 2025 Tour Is Headed Your Way
Greedy For Tate McRae? Her 2025 Tour Is Headed Your Way She’s already danced across your screen and sung her way into your playlists—now she’s coming for your city. Tate McRae is set to light up arenas across the Northeast this summer with her “Miss Possessive Tour,” and fans are already racing to score seats. Tickets are available now via StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. McRae, the Calgary-born singer, first made headlines as a teenage finalist on So You Think You Can Dance. But it was her raw, relatable songwriting and smoky vocals that made her a global name. Her 2020 breakout hit, “you broke me first,” cemented her as a Gen Z force, a…
Misty Copeland, Trailblazing Ballerina, Pirouettes Into Bergen County Misty Copeland, Trailblazing Ballerina, Pirouettes Into Bergen County
Misty Copeland, Trailblazing Ballerina, Pirouettes Into Bergen County Misty Copeland, the first Black woman to dance for American Ballet Theater, is ready to give back. The legendary ballerina is signing copies of her new book “Letters to Misty” at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, May 7 at 5 p.m. The book is based off letters Copeland received from her young fans throughout her career and is aimed at offering advice for success both on and off the dance floor, according to a synopsis. Copeland credits her success to the mentors who helped her on her path. “I think it’s really important to have a community around you, a support system, mentors, people t…
Amy Schumer Pulls Off Ultimate Halftime Surprise With Knicks City Dancers Amy Schumer Pulls Off Ultimate Halftime Surprise With Knicks City Dancers
Amy Schumer Pulls Off Ultimate Halftime Surprise With Knicks City Dancers Amy Schumer brought the laughs—and the moves—to Madison Square Garden on Saturday, Feb. 1, when she jumped in with the Knicks City Dancers for a surprise halftime performance. The comedian, 43, recreated the legendary dance scene from her 2015 rom-com "Trainwreck," starring Bill Hader, much to the delight of the crowd during the game against the Los Angelos Lakers. In a video posted to Instagram, Schumer looks mock-shocked as Billy Joel’s "Uptown Girl" starts playing. Moments later, two dancers pull her onto the court, where she enthusiastically busts out high kicks, hip swivels, and all th…
'Bald Ballerina' Maggie Kudirka Dies After Inspirational Cancer Battle, 33 'Bald Ballerina' Maggie Kudirka Dies After Inspirational Cancer Battle, 33
'Bald Ballerina' Maggie Kudirka Dies After Inspirational Cancer Battle, 33 The world lost an extraordinary spirit on Friday, Dec. 27, with the passing of Maggie Kudirka, lovingly known as the "Bald Ballerina. "Maggie, 33, succumbed to metastatic breast cancer at her home, surrounded by family, loved ones shared on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maggie Kudirka (@baldballerina) The Joffrey Ballet School, where Maggie trained, mourned her loss, calling her a “beautiful warrior.” “Maggie’s passion and grace will forever inspire us,” they wrote, reflecting on her profound impact on the dance and c…
Teen Was Speeding, Blew Stop Sign In Crash That Killed NJ Girl On 1st Day Of School: Officials Teen Was Speeding, Blew Stop Sign In Crash That Killed NJ Girl On 1st Day Of School: Officials
Teen Was Speeding, Blew Stop Sign In Crash That Killed NJ Girl On 1st Day Of School: Officials A 17-year-old Clinton Township resident has been charged on Tuesday, Nov. 19, in connection with a crash in August in Franklin Township that killed 16-year-old Sophia Detorres on the first day of school. An investigation found that the driver was speeding and failed to stop at a designated stop sign just before the collision at Hogback Road and Lower Lansdown Road in Franklin Township, Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée Robeson and Chief of Detectives Timothy Drew, said.  Detorres was among three juvenile passengers in the vehicle, and two other cars were involved in the crash…
Late NJ Ballerina Michaela DePrince's Mom Died Within 24 Hours After Her Late NJ Ballerina Michaela DePrince's Mom Died Within 24 Hours After Her
Late NJ Ballerina Michaela DePrince's Mom Died Within 24 Hours After Her A day after learning of ballerina Michaela DePrince's sudden death, her family has revealed that her adoptive mom passed away within the following 24 hours, according to a Facebook post, and confirmed by the family to Daily Voice on Saturday, Sept. 14.  Elaine DePrince of Cherry Hill, NJ died "after many years of battling a hereditary disease and heart failure," as stated in the post. She passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 11. She was 77 years old.  Michaela's death at the age of 29 was announced on Friday, Sept. 13 in an Instagram post, as Daily Voice previously reported. Her f…
NY Dancer, 25, Dies After Eating Mislabeled Cookie Sold At Stew Leonard's NY Dancer, 25, Dies After Eating Mislabeled Cookie Sold At Stew Leonard's
NY Dancer, 25, Dies After Eating Mislabeled Cookie Sold At Stew Leonard's A 25-year-old woman has been identified as the person who died after eating after eating a cookie at a Connecticut gathering that included peanuts - but didn’t say so on the label. Earlier report: Person Dead After Eating Mislabeled Cookies Sold In Danbury, Recall Issued The legal representatives of Órla Baxendale, age 25, of New York City, said the "talented" dancer died on Thursday, Jan. 11 from anaphylactic shock resulting from a severe allergic reaction. In a statement, the law firm of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf said Órla’s passin…
Radio City Rockettes Casting Brand Ambassador To Spread Holiday Cheer On NYC Streets Radio City Rockettes Casting Brand Ambassador To Spread Holiday Cheer On NYC Streets
Radio City Rockettes Casting Brand Ambassador To Spread Holiday Cheer On NYC Streets What better way to get in the holiday spirit than to spread Christmas cheer, and get paid to do it? The Radio City Rockettes are casting a team of performers who will be the formal brand ambassadors ahead of "The Radio City Christmas Spectacular," starring the Rockettes, this season in New York City. What's it take to be a brand ambassador for the Rockettes? "This fierce cast will be in full costume in high traffic locations around New York City, such as Times Square, Bryant Park, Herald Square, Radio City Music Hall, 5th Ave, and more, spreading joy to passersby through dance, song, and o…
NJ Dancer Wows With Tribute To Mom Battling Cancer On 'AGT' NJ Dancer Wows With Tribute To Mom Battling Cancer On 'AGT'
NJ Dancer Wows With Tribute To Mom Battling Cancer On 'AGT' Donovyn Diaz has all the right moves. The 20-year-old Cranford native, who graduated from Union Catholic High School, stunned the judges on "America's Got Talent" earlier this month by performing a dance routine in honor of his mother, who is battling breast cancer.  "I want her to see me and think I raised a star," Diaz, who has a background in dance and gymnastics, said. Diaz then impressed the crowd with his dance to "How I Say Goodbye" by Dean Lewis, moving some audience members to tears. "I think you're mom is going to be so proud because this was spectacular," judge Sophie Verg…
NJ's Matchy-Matchy Jonas Brothers Dance With Molly Shannon Reviving Sally O'Malley On SNL NJ's Matchy-Matchy Jonas Brothers Dance With Molly Shannon Reviving Sally O'Malley On SNL
NJ's Matchy-Matchy Jonas Brothers Dance With Molly Shannon Reviving Sally O'Malley On SNL Sally O'Malley is back, baby. And so are Molly Shannon and the Jonas Brothers. The "Saturday Night Live" veteran revived her forever-50-year-old dance instructor character, alongside the New Jersey natives on the Saturday, April 8 episode on NBC. Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas — who were raised in Wyckoff — donned matching, red, dance jumpsuits for their stretches and kick line with the '80s dance instructor. The JoBros later on the show performed their new songs "Walls" and "Waffle House." Click here to watch the Jonas Brothers break it down with Molly Shannon.
Dancing NJ Dad Goes Viral On TikTok Celebrating Cancer-Free Son Dancing NJ Dad Goes Viral On TikTok Celebrating Cancer-Free Son
Dancing NJ Dad Goes Viral On TikTok Celebrating Cancer-Free Son A New Jersey dad caught the internet's attention celebrating his son being cancer free. Kennith Allen Thomas' TikTok video called "when your son is cancer free" had more than 1.3 million views as of Nov. 2. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kennith Allen Thomas (@kennyclutch_) New Jersey's Kennith Allen Thomas hypes up son, Kristian, who is cancer free.Kennith Allen Thomas According to Fox News, Thomas curbed classes at his Pennsauken dance studio in 2018, when his son, Kristian, was diagnosed with leukemia. "When my son was d…
VIDEO: TikTok Going Wild Over  Long Lost Footage Of Jersey Shore Dancer's Bar Mitzvah Routine VIDEO: TikTok Going Wild Over  Long Lost Footage Of Jersey Shore Dancer's Bar Mitzvah Routine
Video: TikTok Going Wild Over Long Lost Footage Of Jersey Shore Dancer's Bar Mitzvah Routine Monmouth County's Jake Dylan thought he'd never get the video footage of his 2006 Bar Mitzvah party. All the Marlboro native knew was that there had been some miscommunication, and his memories and photos alone would be his only relics of the night. But sometime last week, Dylan's Bar Mitzvah videographer found his mom on Facebook and said his tapes were headed for the trash -- unless they wanted them. They did. They certainly did. Dylan, a 27-year-old actor and dance instructor from Hoboken, popped the DVD into the player, reliving every glorious second of the Broadway-themed evening. A…
Sparta Mourns HS Junior Melanie DiDomizio, 16 Sparta Mourns HS Junior Melanie DiDomizio, 16
Sparta Mourns HS Junior Melanie DiDomizio, 16 Sparta is mourning the loss of 16-year-old Melanie Paige DiDomizio, who died on Jan. 23 after a valiant battle with bone cancer. Born in Yonkers, N.Y., Mel moved to Sparta in 2012 where she was an accomplished dancer and gymnast. Her obituary remembers her as the "life of the party," all the while looking out for others. "She touched the lives of so many; our beloved, shining, happy girl, the light of our lives and the star of our hearts," her obit says.  "She never complained. She took whatever circumstance came her way and never let it stop her from getting what she wanted." Her dance…
'No One Fights Alone': Loved Ones, Friends Rally As Fearless NJ Performer's Cancer Returns 'No One Fights Alone': Loved Ones, Friends Rally As Fearless NJ Performer's Cancer Returns
'No One Fights Alone': Loved Ones, Friends Rally As Fearless NJ Performer's Cancer Returns Multi-talented entertainer Olivia Hutcherson of Ridgefield was still basking in the glow of a Manhattan book release party when she got the news that the breast cancer she’d fought off four years ago had not only returned. It’s Stage 4. Days after the launch of “The Show Must Go On,” a collection of Hutcherson’s poems, her lead oncologist told her that the returning cancer had metastasized to her bones, lymph nodes and spine. Those who know her weren’t surprised when Olivia dug in, undergoing 10 rounds of radiation in 10 days. That’s what she’s all about. “I remember laying in those big,…
VIDEO: Former Hackensack Police Officer Goes Viral In Mall Dance Prank VIDEO: Former Hackensack Police Officer Goes Viral In Mall Dance Prank
Video: Former Hackensack Police Officer Goes Viral In Mall Dance Prank A video of a former Hackensack police officer is gaining national attention on social media. Officer Chris Gatti, who transferred to the Aventura Police Department in May, and colleague Manny Gonzalez pretended to break up a dance performance at a Miami mall -- before jumping in. The officers worked with a local dance company in Florida to learn the choreographed dance. "How we do community policing in the city of excellence," Gatti captioned the video on his Instagram page. "At the end of the day, this is what it is all about... serving the awesome community we get to work in every singl…
'Full House' Star Candace Cameron To Make North Jersey Appearance 'Full House' Star Candace Cameron To Make North Jersey Appearance
'Full House' Star Candace Cameron To Make North Jersey Appearance "Full House" star Candace Cameron will be coming to Bergen County for a signing of her new book "Candace Center Stage." Cameron, beloved for her role as DJ Tanner, will be at Book Ends in Ridgewood at 6 p.m Oct. 16. The book tells the story of a little girl with a passion for dance, but quickly realizes she's no ballerina when her mom signs her up for classes.
Karolina Furdyna Of Passaic Was Effortlessly Hilarious, Kind Karolina Furdyna Of Passaic Was Effortlessly Hilarious, Kind
Karolina Furdyna Of Passaic Was Effortlessly Hilarious, Kind Karolina Furdyna of Passaic died after a valiant nine-year battle with cancer on May 26. She was 23 years old. "You had such a bright future ahead and I can’t imagine what struggle you put up with this liver cancer."  Her family members encouraged loved ones she left behind to share their best memories of her in a Facebook post announcing her death. "I never knew her very well but every time I crossed her path, she was nothing but incredibly funny, nice, and welcoming," one person wrote. "Even in our minor interactions she left such an amazing impression and I loo…
Dance Scholarship Fund Honors Maywood Instructor Who Died In Labor Dance Scholarship Fund Honors Maywood Instructor Who Died In Labor
Dance Scholarship Fund Honors Maywood Instructor Who Died In Labor A scholarship fund has been established in memory of dance teacher Tana Quigley, who died March 14 in labor with her new baby who also passed away. The Tana Quigley Scholarship Fund will be awarded to a dancer at Maywood Dance Center this fall. The expecting mom was a licensed clinical social worker formerly practicing in Hackensack. She had been working at a counseling center in Monmouth County, specializing in trauma therapy. Quigley, a Woodcliff Lake native, was a professional dancer who competed for years and taught classes through her pregnancy at Maywood Dance Center. She was remem…
TRIBUTE: Hackensack Therapist Who Died In Labor Was 'Amazingly Selfless' TRIBUTE: Hackensack Therapist Who Died In Labor Was 'Amazingly Selfless'
Tribute: Hackensack Therapist Who Died In Labor Was 'Amazingly Selfless' What should have been a time of celebration turned to heartbreak for a New Jersey family suddenly in mourning. Tana Elizabeth Quigley, 35 originally of Woodcliff Lake, died due to birthing complications on March 14. Baby Parker didn't make it either, leaving dad and fiancé Chris Campana to grieve. "Having a baby was the best thing that was ever going to happen for us," Campana told Daily Voice. "And it was perfect." But something happened before delivery and then, they were gone, Campana said. Campana -- who met Quigley three years ago on a dating site -- feels that it…