Keo Motsepe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Keo Motsepe
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Motsepe in 2015
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Keoikantse Motsepe
24 November 1989 |
| Occupation | Dancer |
| Employer | ABC |
| Television | Dancing with the Stars |
Keo Motsepe (born November 24, 1989) is a talented dancer from South Africa. He specializes in Latin and Ballroom styles. Keo is famous for being the very first black professional dancer on the popular TV show Dancing with the Stars in the United States.
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Keo Motsepe's Early Life and Dance Journey
Keo Motsepe began his dance career at a young age. When he was just 11 years old, he started competing in dance. He even represented his home country, South Africa, in dance competitions.
In 2012, Keo joined the cast of a dance show called Burn the Floor. This was a big step in his professional dancing life. Then, in 2014, he got the exciting news that he would be joining Dancing with the Stars as a professional dancer.
Keo Motsepe on Dancing with the Stars
Keo Motsepe has been a professional dancer on many seasons of Dancing with the Stars. He partners with famous celebrities and teaches them different dance styles.
- In Season 19, he danced with Olympic athlete Lolo Jones. They were the first couple to leave the competition.
- For Season 20, Keo teamed up with model Charlotte McKinney. They finished in 11th place.
- In Season 21, he danced with the famous singer Chaka Khan. They were also the first couple eliminated that season.
- Season 22 saw Keo partnered with actress Jodie Sweetin. They did very well, reaching 6th place, even though they were eliminated surprisingly. During this season, there was a special moment when a judge danced with a same-sex partner, which was a first for the show worldwide.
- Keo returned for Season 23 as a troupe member, helping with group dances.
- He came back as a pro dancer in Season 24 with actress and comedian Charo. They finished in 11th place.
- In Season 25, Keo danced with businesswoman Barbara Corcoran. They were the first couple to be eliminated.
- For Season 26, he was partnered with former Olympic softball pitcher Jennie Finch Daigle. They made it to 4th place.
- Keo had his best season yet in Season 27 with Harry Potter actress Evanna Lynch. They reached the finals and finished in an impressive 3rd place!
- He appeared in Season 28 as a pro but didn't have a celebrity partner.
- In Season 29, Keo was partnered with actress Anne Heche. They finished in 13th place.
Keo Motsepe's journey on Dancing with the Stars shows his dedication and skill as a professional dancer.
| Season | Partner | Place | Average Score |
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| 19 | Lolo Jones | 13th | 22.0/40 |
| 20 | Charlotte McKinney | 12th | 23.3/40 |
| 21 | Chaka Khan | 13th | 14.0/30 |
| 22 | Jodie Sweetin | 6th | 24.5/30 |
| 24 | Charo | 11th | 23.3/40 |
| 25 | Barbara Corcoran | 13th | 15.5/30 |
| 26 | Jennie Finch Daigle | 4th | 22.0/30 |
| 27 | Evanna Lynch | 3rd | 26.7/30 |
| 29 | Anne Heche | 13th | 18.0/30 |
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Motsepe in 2015
See also
In Spanish: Keo Motsepe para niños
