The upcoming “Dancing with the South Florida Stars” promises to be an unforgettable night of entertainment, community celebration, and charity.
Taking place on Monday, Jan. 27, at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at The Manor, this legendary event supports the Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival, with 100% of proceeds going to this vital cause. The event was founded by my partner Brian Neal and myself over a decade ago. We are so thrilled to produce this event every year.
This year’s show will be hosted by Velvet Lenore (last year’s champion) and Eric Restivo. The VIP red carpet event will be hosted by legend Kitty Meow. This year the dance competition will be showcasing seven dynamic teams competing for the coveted 2025 Champion title. Teams include representatives from Pride/Out, Tropics Bar & Grill, Scandals Bar, Out SFL Media, Hotspots Happening Out and Rollying with the Finest, SunServe, and The Manor Live, ensuring a diverse and thrilling competition.
Special Highlights:
- Judges Panel: Featuring Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis, Wilton Manors Mayor Scott Newton, entertainment legends Gary Santis and Tiffany Arieagus, theater and dance extraordinaire Gary Kosuda, and community leader and visionary George Kessinger.
- Trailblazer Honors: Celebrating icons like Robbie Leslie (legendary Studio 54 DJ), Brett & Robie Tannenbaum (visionary venue creators), and Paul Hugo, a community leader, investor and legendary bar and nightclub owner/visionary for over 40 years, and Stacy Ritter, CEO of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, recognized for her contributions to making the region a top travel destination.
- Live Performances: Featuring local favorites The ladies and men of Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale, Ralphie, Oscar Novva, and more.
The evening kicks off with a silent auction at 7 p.m., with the show starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are available here.
Don’t miss this spectacular event that brings the community together for a noble cause.
