The 5th Grade Stars of Lonsdale
Coached by Rachel Henriquez
“Confident”
Dance Tonight Youth Performance Team
Coached by Stephanie Braeuner
“Three Things”
Jeremy and Emily Norris
“Lovefool”
Prageeth Hettiarachchi
and Kelsey Van Tine
Tonight’s Band
The Streamliners
Michelle, age 15
Diagnosis: Osteosarcoma
(Bone Cancer)
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Sarah S., age 10
Diagnosis:
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Jordan H., age 16
Diagnosis: Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis,
Celiac Disease, Pineal Cyst
Sarah H., age 25
Diagnosis:
Premature birth

Celebrity Judges
Glenn “Kane” Jacobs
Glenn is better known as Kane from World Wrestling
Entertainment. Glenn and his family have lived in the
Knoxville area for more than twenty years. He is the owner
of Jacobs Insurance Associates. He is a supporter of many
community causes, including East Tennessee Children’s
Hospital. He stepped outside his comfort zone as a 2015
Dancing with the Knoxville Stars contestant.
Lori Gano
Licensed Contractor, interior designer and owner of Heritage
Homes And Designs, Lori Gano is most comfortable with a
tool belt on. But, she’s also a model and actress. Lori served
as the lead Project Manager for the ABC Extreme Makeover
Home Edition’s Knoxville build and she kicked up her dancing
shoes as a 2014 Dancing with the Knoxville Stars contestant.
Prageeth Hettiarachchi
A Sri Lankan born Kentuckian and renowned cricket player,
Prageeth found his passion for dance while in college and has
since received many national titles. He currently owns The
Ballroom House and is the organizer of the nationally ranked
competition named Kentucky Dancesport Challenge.
Children’s Hospital Ambassador Jordan Heneger
Jordan Henegar is a 16-year-old high school honor roll
student, cheerleader and beauty queen. She’s a thriving
teenager, whose smile lights up a room. She is also living
with autoimmune disorders, thyroid disease and juvenile
rheumatoid arthritis. A team of specialists, including
a rheumatologist, endocrinologist, gastroenterologist,
neurologist, ophthalmologist and pediatrician, is required to
help Jordan manage her medical treatment. Jordan credits her
favorite physician, Dr. Joe Peeden, with saving her smile.

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Fred White
Occupation:
Pharmaceutical Sales,
Sports Analyst, Former UT/NFL Player
What is your dance experience?
I have no dance experience.
Why are you doing this event?
I want to help raise money for a great cause,
Children’s Hospital.
“GO VOLS!”
Fred’s partner is Professional
Dancer Lisa Turner
Lisa began dancing as a teen, starting off in line
dancing, and soon after began partner dancing.
Lisa and her husband PJ host a weekly dance class
called “Westie Wednesdays” at Dance Tonight
Knoxville. They are excited to see this dance
growing in popularity in their community. Lisa is a
very proud mother of two daughters and is honored
to be participating in Dancing with the Knoxville
Stars. “Dancing is awesome. Children are even
more awesome,” said Lisa. “When you can dance
to help out children, it doesn’t get any better than
that.”

Dawn Tesh
Occupation:
Jewelry Television Show Host
I used to be a professional break dancer
many years ago and was a backup dancer
for MC Hammer and Prince.
Oh wait, that isn’t true. That was in my dreams.
I don’t have any dance experience except when
I “bust a move” in my living room with my son.
To raise money and awareness for these children and their families.
“I am SO scared and excited at the same time.
I just hope I don’t have to wear heels.”
Dawn’s partner is Professional
Dancer Jake Rivera
Jake started ballroom dancing seven years ago. It
was peer pressure from a friend that got him to
take his first lesson. He has since fallen in love with
dancing. Jake says it makes him happy to be able to
fulfill his love of dancing while also helping kids.

Brandon Bates
Occupation:
WBIR reporter, Fox 43 news anchor
I have zero dance experience.
I’m new to the area and thought
this would be a great way to meet
people! Also, it’s a great way to have
some fun and learn a new skill for a
great cause.

Brandon’s partner is Professional Dancer April
Jilbert
April first fell in love with dance as a young girl
when her grandmother would take her along to
clogging events. She discovered ballroom dancing
at age 17. She has been dancing with Dance
Tonight, formerly Academy Ballroom, since 2008.
April loves passing on her dance knowledge to
others.

Every dollar
counts.
Arturo, age 8
Diagnosis: Neuroblastoma
(Cancer)

Erick Baker
Occupation:
Singer/Songwriter
Tennessee Uncharted Host, PBS
My technical skills are limited to
The Running Man, the Tootsie Roll,
and The Carlton.
My daughter Annabelle, who is now 6, was a
patient at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital a few years ago,
and they took amazing care of her. It gives me great comfort
to know that there is a place like Children’s Hospital, and I’m doing this
event to help ensure that they can continue to provide high
quality care for all of the families in our area.
Erick’s partner is Professional
Dancer Kristina Patton
Kristina is certified by the National Dance Council
of America as a professional dancer and instructor.
She has taught and competed for 16 years and
has trained with some of the NDCA’s top coaches.
She has choreographed and coached dancers in
major productions such as Sevier Heights Baptist
Church’s production of “The Living Christmas Tree.”
Kristina takes great joy in finding just the right way
to explain things for each individual student; her
dedication to the discipline and attention to detail
is evident in both her teaching and performing.
This is his first year as a pro in Dancing with the
Knoxville Stars.

Cindi DeBusk
Occupation:
Philanthropist, Contractor & Interior Designer
I like to dance a lot, but with zero rhythm I’m
basically just burning calories.
Since 1937 Children’s Hospital has had an
open door policy treating any child regardless
of their parent’s ability to pay. Fortunately,
as a mother and grandmother, my children and grandchild have been
healthy. But, knowing the services are available right here in my
backyard makes me grateful for this wonderful resource. I’m supporting
one of our community’s greatest assets, Children’s Hospital.
“Vote for me - the kids need you!”
Cindi’s partner is Professional
Dancer Jeremy Norris
Jeremy first took interest in dancing when he was a
break dancer in Atlanta. He has been a drummer in
jazz, rock and marching bands and believes his feel
for beats and rhythms is one of his strongest assets
in dancing. Jeremy served five years in the U.S.
Navy and became a veteran of operations Desert
Shield and Desert Storm. Jeremy has 17 years of
dance experience and competes professionally
with his students in Rhythm, Latin, Smooth,
Standard, and theatre arts in local, regional and
national competitions.

Fenway
Occupation:
STAR 102.1 Music Director
and Night Show talent
In my head, Justin Timberlake WISHES he could
dance better than me. Physically, the most
coordinated movement I do only happens
when I spill or drop something, at the same time.
By that, I mean my eyes move at the same time.
Not only is it for a good cause, but it’s a way to challenge myself at
something new. Sure, I talk about pop artists every night. That’s easy.
I’ve never had the opportunity to experience the work they put in to
perfect their craft. It’s a challenge I’m actually really looking forward to.
“STAR 102.1 took home the mirror ball trophy last year, and my
intentions will be the same this year.”
Fenway’s partner is Professional
Dancer Stephanie Braeuner
Stephanie first fell in love with ballroom dancing
by taking lessons. She started teaching and then
competing. For the last 10 years she has competed
in American Rhythm and American Smooth
competitions. Stephanie’s favorite moments in
teaching are meeting new students and witnessing
that “aha” moment every student has.

Lydia McCoy
Occupation:
Knoxville News Sentinel Reporter
Outside of ballet lessons when I was younger
and lessons for my wedding; my dance
experience is mostly just cutting a rug when
a great song comes on.
I love to dance. It doesn’t take much to get me moving. So when I was
asked to participate in this year’s event, I thought what better chance
to dance and learn something new. More importantly, it’s a chance to
give back to an organization that has given so much to families in East
Tennessee. I don’t have children of my own, but I know how important
having a children’s hospital in your backyard is to a community.
Knoxville is blessed to have East Tennessee Children’s Hospital here and
I’m blessed to be asked to help them to serve even more families.
Lydia’s partner is Professional
Dancer Al Henriquez
Born in New Orleans, Al began dancing at the
Fred Astaire Dance Studio in 1988 as a teenager.
He continued his dancing while playing collegiate
football at North Dakota State in the early 1990’s.
Over the years, Al has danced competitively in both
the Rhythm and Smooth Styles of dance, achieving
the finals in many national competitions. Foxtrot is
Al’s favorite dance style because it’s sexy, elegant,
fun and sophisticated.

Michael Spencer
Occupation:
WATE Sports Director
Other than the occasional dance party in
my living room, with no one else around,
I have no dance experience.
I’ve seen how much fun my co-workers have
had doing the event the past few years, and didn’t
want to be left out. Plus, it’s for a great cause.
“There’s a reason I cover sports and don’t play them, athletic moves
were never my forte. So, please don’t judge me too hard.”
Michael’s partner is Professional
Dancer Emily Norris
Emily‘s passion for music and dance began
as a small child and has continued to fuel her
professional career. Her ability to utilize the inner
beats and melodies in music is one of her strongest
assets in creating a feeling and a story in her
dancing. Emily has a background in musical theatre
and gained more than a decade of experience
participating in various symphonies. She put in her
time competing in top ranks of Pro/AM in multiple
styles before turning professional. She currently
competes professionally with students at national
events throughout the year, winning multiple top
awards.

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Lauren Davis
Occupation:
WVLT Local 8 News Anchor/Reporter
My experience is limited to cheerleading in
high school and the Electric Slide on Saturday
nights.
I want to help the kids of course! For the past 8 years, I’ve reported on
the children who are healed at Children’s Hospital and the incredible
staff there. Now I can actually do something more to help the patients
and doctors.
“I’m looking forward to dancing for you! I hope you have as much fun as
I have!”
Lauren’s partner is Professional
Dancer Chris Lindy
Chris started dancing at the age of 19 in Knoxville.
He started as a full time teacher, and slowly worked
his way into performing and competing. In a very
short time, he quickly fell in love with dancing.
Chris continues to further his education and
training in dance, and loves every minute of it. This
is his first year as a pro in
Dancing with the Knoxville Stars.

Mike Murray
Occupation:
Knoxville Ice Bears
President, General Manager & Co-Owner
Other than any moves I can make on skates,
I have zero experience dancing.
As a professional hockey player the game has taught me many life
lessons and has positioned me many times in which to pay it forward
by participating in numerous charity and fundraising events. I want
to encourage current players to give back too. The Ice Bears have
partnered with Children’s Hospital numerous times over the years.
Although I will be in unfamiliar territory without skates, I was happy to
accept this invitation, for a great cause.
“Don’t laugh at me or a hockey fight may break out.”
Mike’s partner is Professional
Dancer Rachel Henriquez
Rachel has been a professional ballroom dancer
and instructor for 11 years. She’s had a life-long
love of music and teaching. Rachel even met and
married her dance partner, Al Henriquez. The
couple has five children. “My family is the driving
force behind every decision I make,” explained
Rachel, “and they are the reason I am so passionate
about my participation in this event.”

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Proceeds from tonight’s show benefit
Bedside Monitors for Surgery
Your contribution to Dancing with the Knoxville Stars will help
purchase new equipment for the Surgery department in Children’s
Hospital’s new state-of-the-art expansion project, currently under
construction.
Twelve wall-mounted patient monitors will be purchased, one for
every child’s bedside, in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Each
monitor costs more than $10,000. The new technology will ensure
nursing staff can quickly assess a child’s vital signs at the bedside.
Constant bedside monitoring improves patient safety and quality
outcomes.
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital is a private, independent, not-for-
profit pediatric medical center that has served children since 1937.
You score a perfect 10 for helping kids
at Children’s Hospital.
Bryan, age 11
Diagnosis:
Sickle Cell Anemia
AJ, age 5
Diagnosis:
Pilocytic Astrocytoma
(Brain Tumor)
Emilie, age 10
Diagnosis:
Hypoplasminogenemia
(Plasma Deficiency)

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Diagnosis:
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