Celestina Aladekoba is a multifaceted artist, exceling in various creative pursuits as a recording artist, dancer, and actress.
Born in Nigeria and later residing in Maryland, Aladekoba's early life was marked by her passion for sports, particularly basketball, and her success in beauty pageants, including winning the title of Miss California Jr.
As a professional, Aladekoba has gained widespread recognition for her work as a background dancer in music videos featuring prominent artists such as Missy Elliott, Will Smith, and Usher. Her talent also led to appearances on MTV's original dance-themed reality show, DanceLife, where she showcased her impressive dance skills alongside fellow cast members.
The DanceLife cast even made a guest appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, further solidifying Aladekoba's reputation as a talented performer.
Aladekoba's signature dance move, the "Matrix Move," has garnered comparisons to renowned choreographers such as Fatima Robinson, Debbie Allen, and Judith Jamison. This unique move involves firmly planting one's feet on the ground, leaning the body backward, and throwing one's arms behind them.
The "Matrix Move" has been demonstrated on DanceLife, showcasing Aladekoba's impressive balance and flexibility as she leans her body almost parallel to the ground.
Throughout her career, Aladekoba has appeared on various TV shows, including That's So Raven, The Game, and "90210." Her work in music videos has also been extensive, with notable appearances in Robin Thicke's "Magic" and the Step Up sequels, Step Up Revolution (2012) and Step Up: All In (2014).
In 2014, Aladekoba danced in Jason Derulo's music video for "Talk Dirty," further adding to her impressive repertoire.
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