Danny Tidwell (born August 1, 1984 – died March 6, 2020) was an American Dancer from Norfolk (Virginia, USA). He is the first runner-up of “So You Think You Can Dance” reality show (2007).
He started dancing as a child and did jazz and ballet dances. Furthermore, he attended the Kirov Academy of Ballet at the age of 15. Danny associated with the elite dance companies American Ballet Theater.
He did the dance acts with the respected choreographers such as Mia Michaels, Debbie Allen, and William Forsythe. At the beginning of his career, he hated ballet dancing and then skipped the classes too.
Mr. Tidwell talked about his success stories and struggles in the interview with Dance Magazine. However, he died in a car crash on March 6, 2020.
Childhood, Parents, Bio & Siblings
The birthday of Danny Tidwell falls on August 1, 1984, in Norfolk, Virginia. Moreover, he grew near the Virginia Beach area. He was a turbulent child. The name of his adoptive brother is Travis Wall (Dance Instructor, Dancer & Choreographer).
Furthermore, he spent his life with his biological mother and two brothers. He attended the Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, DC.
Tidwell did the high-level of classical ballet training with Vladimir Djouloukhadze. Denise Wall took the official custody of her.
Personal Life
During the year May 2014, he wedded with David Benaym (Journalist). The couple looked happy together in their marriage relationship.
Furthermore, Danny Tidwell lost his life in a deadly accident on March 6, 2020. He never talked about his childhood in media interviews. Travis’s Instagram post confirmed his death.
| Quick Info & Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Real Full Name | Danny Tidwell. |
| Nickname | Danny. |
| Profession | Dancer. |
| In the News for | Died on March 6, 2020 in an accident. |
| Birthday (DOB) | August 1, 1984. |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo. |
| Place of Birth | Norfolk (Virginia, USA). |
| Age (as of 2019) | 35 years old. |
| Date of Death | March 6, 2020. |
| House Location | Virginia, USA. |
| Place | USA. |
| Cause | Accident. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Gender | Male. |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father: Not Known. Mother: Denise Wall. |
| Siblings | Brother: Travis Wall (Dance Instructor, Dancer & Choreographer). |
| Personal Life | |
| Marital Status | Married. |
| Dating History. | Linked with David Benaym. |
| Wife. | David Benaym. |
| Children | Not Known. |
| Education | |
| Highest Qualification | High School Passed Out. |
| School | High School. |
| College/University | Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, DC. |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height | Feet & Inches: 5' 9". Centimeters: 176 cm. Meters: 1.76 m. |
| Weight | Kilograms: 70 Kg. Pounds: 154 lbs. |
| Shoe Size (UK) | 7. |
| Hair Color | Black. |
| Eye Color | Black. |
| Wealth | |
| Income Annual | $50K-$60K. |
| Net worth (approx.) | $450K US Dollars. |
Some Lesser Known Facts about Danny Tidwell
- He did some of his best dance performances with Anya Garnis, Sara Von Gillern, Lauren Gottlieb, and Sabra Johnson.
- Furthermore, he received the chance to be in the Dance Magazine 25 to watch and Pointe Magazine’s Top 10 VIP.
- He provided dance classes in the National Dance Foundation of Bermuda in the International Summer Internship Program.
- For a season, he was with Complexions Contemporary Ballet (2006).
- Danny was closely associated with the founders like Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson.
- On the other hand, Danny Tidwell’s height measured around 5 feet 10 inches (178 in Centimeters). His bodyweight is 79 Kilograms (174 in-lbs).
- However, he kept the hidden secrets about his father and other family members.
- Tidwell’s net worth valued $450K US Dollars. Additionally, he made earnings of around $50K-$60K.
- He and his loving brother Travis in the Madison Square Garden’s for the So You Think You Can Dance.
- Meanwhile, he posed on the cover page with the Sabra Johnson on the spring 2008 cover page.
