Ilya Velednitskiy

Professional/Future Goals

To be open American Rhythm US Champion; to be a judge

Accomplishments

US Rising Star Finalist Fred Astaire Rising Star Champ

Hobbies

Relaxing, watching movies

Favorite Fred Astaire Moment

Being one of the chipmunks for Holiday Trophy Ball 2006

Hometown

Kiev, Ukraine

Favorite Quotation

Do or do not there is no try - Yoda

3 words that describe you

Exciting, energetic, inspiring

Role Model

Cousin Val

Favorite Holiday

Thanksgiving

The Perfect Dessert

Tiramisu, carrot cake

Best Place to Spend a Saturday

Home on the couch

Favorite Dancer

Slavik Kryklyvy

Bio

Has danced with professional partner Mandy Carlisle for the last 5 years. Born in Kiev, Ukraine. Moved to US in 1989. Has taught at Fred Astaire since January 2006.