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Performance Highlights

Top 6 - 07 / 29 / 09
  1. Top 6 - 07 / 29 / 09
  2. Top 8 - 07 / 22 / 09
  3. Top 10 - 07 / 15 / 09
  4. Top 12 - 07 / 08 / 09
  5. Top 14 - 07 / 01 / 09
  6. Top 16 - 06 / 24 / 09
  7. Top 18 - 06 / 17 / 09
  8. Top 20 - 06 / 10 / 09
  9. Las Vegas - 6 / 04 / 09

Top 6 - 07 / 29 / 09

Ade danced the samba and a hip hop routine with Jeanine, a solo in his own style, and a jazz routine with the guys. Judge Lil C said Ade had a real dirty groove about him during his hip hop performance.

Top 8 - 07 / 22 / 09

Ade was reunited with Melissa for a Cha Cha routine and an emotional contemporary piece. He also performed a solo and a group routine. Nigel said his "strength is absolutely incredible" and is what allowed Melissa to leap into his arms.

Top 10 - 07 / 15 / 09

Ade danced a hip hop routine with Janette, a solo, and an African dance. Nigel thought Ade brought the "funk" into his hip hop routine.

Top 12 - 07 / 08 / 09

Ade did a disco dance and a waltz with Melissa. Guest judge Tyce Diorio said Ade has "fantastic rhythm and timing," and all the judges agreed that he has amazing strength.

Top 14 - 07 / 01 / 09

Ade partnered Melissa in a classical pas de deux. Nigel said that Ade had great carriage, and Mary loved the way he swept his partner off her feet.

Top 16 - 06 / 24 / 09

Ade took on the Rumba with Melissa. Nigel thought Ade was absolutely incredible and said, "What a difference ADE makes!"

Top 18 - 06 / 17 / 09

Ade danced a jazz routine with Melissa, and Lil C was willing to put himself on the record by saying that Ade is everybody's competition.

Top 20 - 06 / 10 / 09

Ade partnered Melissa in a contemporary routine. Mary called Ade a superstar, and Adam talked about Ade's partnering abilities by saying "your power is so profound, and it's even more profound because it's quiet."

Las Vegas - 6 / 04 / 09

When the judges told Ade Obayomi that he earned a spot in the Top 20, he jumped up and down with excitement while sharing the news with the remaining finalists.

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  1. Introducing the Top 20 Play
  2. Top 20 Season 6 Photocast Play
  3. Judges in Las Vegas Play
  4. Vegas Preview Play

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Ade Obayomi QA

What is your full name?
Adetokunbo Obayomi
Do you have a nickname?
A-night, A-dawg
Where do you currently live?
Orange County, CA
Where were you born?
Phoenix, Arizona
What is your hometown?
Phoenix, Arizona
How old are you?
20
What is your birth date?
December 6, 1988
Are you in school? If so, which one and how long? Did you graduate?
Chapman University, I'm a Freshman.
Are you married?
No
Do you have any children?
No
Do you have a job?
No
How old were you when you started dancing?
I was 6 years old when I started.
Do you have any formal dance training?
Yes.
If you had to categorize your dance style, what would it be?
Contemporary with a hint of hip hop.
What other talents/hobbies do you have?
I love to DJ and digitally mixing music.
Who is your favorite professional dancer?
Desmond Richardson
Does anyone in your family dance professionally?
No
Have you performed in musical theater or in public functions as a dancer?
Yes
What would you like to see happen to you as a result of the show?
I'd like to grow as a dancer/performer and get a glimpse of the television world.
Where would you like to be in 10 years and what would you like to be doing?
If I'm not still dancing, I would like to become a sound engineer for a concert tour, show, or event.
What has been your most memorable dance experience?
Radio City Music Hall
What have you learned so far in going through the audition process for this show?
You never know what the judges are thinking. Keep giving your all and hopefully that's enough to keep you around.
What are your favorite dance moments from movies, TV and/or stage?
In "Center Stage" when Cooper and Jody go to the jazz class and battle it out.
Which choreographers would you like to work with?
Mia Michaels and Wade Robson

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About Ade Obayomi

Obayomi has been dancing since he was 6 years old. He is a graduate of Corona Del Sol High School and currently attends Chapman University. A dance highlight for him was performing at Radio City Music Hall.

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