Telisha Shaw facts for kids
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Telisha Shaw
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Shaw (foreground) at the premiere of Step Up 2 The Streets
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| Born | October 4, 1978 Memphis, Tennessee, US
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| Years active | 2003–2010 |
Telisha Shaw is an American actress, dancer, and singer. She was born on October 4, 1978. Telisha is well-known for her amazing dance moves with famous artists like Janet Jackson, Christina Aguilera, and Green Day. She also had roles in popular TV shows such as Weeds and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Telisha also starred in the movie Step Up 2: The Streets.
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Telisha Shaw's Early Life and Dance
Telisha Shaw was born in Memphis, Tennessee. She started learning ballet when she was only three years old. This shows how much she loved to dance from a very young age.
When she was 11, Telisha received a special scholarship. This allowed her to study at the Dance Theatre of Harlem. It was a big opportunity to learn from the best.
College and Moving to Los Angeles
Telisha went to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. There, she focused on dance as her main subject. After finishing college, she moved to Los Angeles, California. This move helped her become a professional dancer. She also wanted to focus on her acting career in Hollywood.
Telisha Shaw's Acting Career
Telisha Shaw started her acting career in movies and TV shows. She first appeared in the film Dirty in 2005.
TV Show Appearances
After her first movie, Telisha got roles in several TV shows. She was a guest star on Weeds, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Campus Ladies, and Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. These roles helped her become more known as an actress.
Starring in Step Up 2: The Streets
One of Telisha's most famous roles was in the movie Step Up 2: The Streets. She played the character Felicia in this film. The movie was released in February 2008. It is a popular dance film, which was perfect for Telisha's skills as a dancer.
Telisha Shaw's career showed her talent in both dancing and acting. She worked with many famous people and appeared in well-known productions.
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Shaw (foreground) at the premiere of Step Up 2 The Streets
