Who is Mandy Moore? Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour choreographer set to judge ‘DWTS' Season 32 dancers

Mandy Moore will be brought on the 'DWTS' stage as she has played a huge role in Taylor Swift's evolution as a dancer
PUBLISHED NOV 22, 2023
Mandy Moore to appear in 'DWTS' Season 32's Taylor Swift episode (Instagram/@nopenother)
Mandy Moore to appear in 'DWTS' Season 32's Taylor Swift episode (Instagram/@nopenother)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Mandy Moore will be introduced in 'Dancing With The Stars' Season 32's Taylor Swift night as a guest judge. This has made many people confused. They are thinking that the singer-songwriter and actress might be appearing on the show. But, this is not happening.

We will be seeing choreographer and dancer Mandy Moore appearing in 'DWTS' Season 32 Episode 9. The 47-year-old Samantha Jo Moore goes by the name Mandy. She is a dancer, producer, and even an instructor. 

Mandy became known in the reality world with her appearance in 'So You Think You Can Dance'. Mandy has choreographed 'La La Land' and has created numerous dance numbers for Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Emmy Awards, and Grammy Awards ceremonies.

Mandy started her career working with Carrie Ann Inaba, helping her out with 'So You Think You Can Dance'. She signed as assistant choreographer in the show and later became a permanent one from Season 4.

By Season 14, Mandy started serving as the show's creative producer. The famous choreographer has worked with world-famous actors Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone as well. 

Mandy Moore to appear in 'DWTS' Season 32 Episode 9 (Instagram/@nopenother)
Mandy Moore to appear in 'DWTS' Season 32 Episode 9 (Instagram/@nopenother)

Why is Mandy Moore being featured in 'DWTS' Season 32 Episode 9?

Mandy has made a great contribution to Taylor Swift's career. Even though the iconic singer is known for her soulful vocals, her dancing skills are evolving.

Taylor's biggest concert tour in the music industry, Eras Tour, has been lauded by fans. Many commented on the 'Blank Space' singer's enhanced dancing skills.

Well, the entire credit goes to Mandy as she and her team planned every moment of the three-and-half-hour program. Therefore, Mandy will be brought on the 'DWTS' stage as she has played a huge role in Taylor's evolution.

Mandy Moore as a judge in 'DWTS' Junior (Instagram/@nopenother)
Mandy Moore as a judge in 'DWTS' Juniors (Instagram/@nopenother)

How many awards have Mandy Moore won?

Mandy won the Chita Rivera Award for 'Babylon' in 2023. She has been nominated 8 times for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography. She has also won in 2017 for her work in 'DWTS'.

Mandy has won three Emmys. Moreover, in 2017, she made history by being the first choreographer to choreograph for the Golden Globe Awards, Academy Awards, the Grammy Awards, and Emmy Awards in the same year.

Mandy Moore has won 3 Emmys (Instagram/@nopenother)
Mandy Moore has won three Emmys (Instagram/@nopenother)

'Dancing With The Stars' Season 32 Episode 9 will drop on November 21, 2023, at 8 pm ET on ABC.

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