Like Melissa, Ade will also be remembered for the Romeo and Juliet and Breast Cancer numbers. Through his multiple lifts, he also proved to be one of So You Think You Can Dance’s strongest dancers this season, and in my session with him he reminds me why the competition isn’t only about finding America’s Best Dancer, but crowning America’s Favorite Dancer.

After our chat, Ade adds a new step to my repertoire by teaching me his Michael Jackson-inspired “Happy Dance”. Now, I’ve gotta work on executing one of his trademark leaps!

For more Ade, catch him on the So You Think You Can Dance Tour. Click here for info!

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