Who Are Keone and Mari Madrid?

By Robert Palmer

If you’re a fan of dance, you’ve probably heard of Keone and Mari Madrid. This dynamic duo has taken the dance world by storm with their impressive performances and unique choreography style.

But who are Keone and Mari Madrid, and how did they become the power couple of dance that they are today? Let’s take a closer look.

Early Life

Keone Madrid was born on April 13, 1988, in San Diego, California. He grew up in a family of dancers and was introduced to dance at a young age. He quickly fell in love with the art form and started taking classes in various styles such as hip-hop, jazz, tap, and ballet.

Mari Madrid (néeel) was born on September 24, 1987, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She also comes from a family of dancers and started dancing at the age of three. Like Keone, she trained in multiple styles including ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary.

Meeting and Marriage

Keone and Mari met while performing with the hip-hop dance crew “Chapkis Dance” based in California. They quickly became friends and started dating soon after. In 2012, Keone proposed to Mari during a performance at World of Dance New York.

The couple got married later that year in November and have been dancing together ever since.

Career Highlights

Keone and Mari have had an impressive career so far. They have performed on numerous stages all over the world including The Ellen Show, So You Think You Can Dance?, World of Dance Finals, MTV Video Music Awards Japan among many others.

In addition to performing on stage together as a duo or with their crew “The Kinjaz”, they have also worked as choreographers for various artists such as Justin Bieber (Love Yourself), BTS (Not Today), and Billie Eilish (When The Party’s Over).

Dance Style

Keone and Mari are known for their unique choreography style that blends hip-hop, contemporary, and storytelling. Their routines often tell a story or convey a message through movement, making them stand out from other dancers.

They also often incorporate popping and locking techniques into their routines, which adds an extra layer of complexity to their performances.

Awards and Accolades

Keone and Mari have won numerous awards for their performances and choreography. Some of the most notable ones include:

– World of Dance 2015 – 1st Place
– Body Rock 2010 – 1st Place
– Vibe Dance Competition 2013 – Best Choreography

Conclusion

Keone and Mari Madrid are a true power couple in the dance world. Their unique choreography style, storytelling ability, and impressive performances have earned them a legion of fans all over the world. We can’t wait to see what this talented duo has in store for us in the future!