As a 2025 Giordano Star I have some very fabulous shoes to fill following in the dancing footsteps of my mother and two-time DWTGS contestant, Pat Manus. My mom’s mirror ball win was a pivotal moment for our family, introducing us to the incredible Cesar Salinas and the wonderful world that is Giordano Dance Chicago. My family and I have been supporting Giordano for over a decade, both in their efforts on the stage and in Chicago's communities. I am honored to now be taking the Giordano Stage to support the company's ongoing outreach to Chicagoland children that would otherwise not have arts education programs in their lives.