Alan Bersten

Ballroom Dancer, Choreographer

American Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States

Quick Info

ProfessionBallroom Dancer, Choreographer
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth26/05/1994
Age31 years
BirthplaceMinnetonka, Minnesota, United States

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Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Ballroom Dancer
  • Choreographer
Hobbies
  • Playing Golf
  • Exercising
  • Cooking

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 0" (183 cm)
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

Attended the University of Minnesota

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherAlex Bersten
MotherRaisa Bersten
Siblings
  • Gene Bersten (Dance Teacher)
  • Elena Bersten (Dancer)

Career

OverviewAlan Bersten is renowned for his dynamic performances and choreography on 'Dancing with the Stars', making his presence felt across numerous seasons. He gained early recognition through his participation in 'So You Think You Can Dance' and has been a standout performer in the dance community.
Accomplishments
  • Participated in 'So You Think You Can Dance' Season 10 (2013).
  • Joined 'Dancing with the Stars' as a group member in Season 20 (2015).
  • Stepped in as a partner for boxer Paige VanZant in Season 22 due to her regular partner's injury.
  • Danced alongside actress Heather Morris in Season 24 for a similar reason.
  • Partnered with singer Debbie Gibson in Season 25, finishing 12th.
  • Became a mentor in 'Dancing with the Stars: Juniors' and led Team Alan to victory.
  • Won the trophy with partner Hannah Brown in the 28th season of 'Dancing with the Stars' (2019).
  • Worked as a choreographer for the 51st Daytime Emmy Awards in 2024.
  • Won Youth Championship and Under 21 National Titles.
  • Performed in a memorable blindfolded contemporary piece on 'So You Think You Can Dance' Season 10 (2013), finishing in the Top 6 Males.
  • Part of the North American SYTYCD tour.
  • Joined Burn the Floor for their world tour.
  • Recurring role on season six of GLEE as part of the show choir Vocal Adrenaline.
  • Reached semi-finals with Mirai Nagasu in Season 26 and Skai Jackson in Season 29.
  • Finished fourth with Alexis Ren in Season 27.
  • Finished fourth with Amanda Kloots in Season 30 (2021).
  • Finished runner-up with Ilona Maher in Season 33.
  • Partnered with Elaine Hendrix in Season 34.
  • Teaches at Dance With Us America.

Favourites

FoodBagels and Cream Cheese with Lox

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Raised in a middle-class Russian household.
2. Comes from a Russian Jewish lineage.
3. Began dancing at the age of 7 when his parents opened a dance studio.
4. He has a history of success in dance competitions, including Youth Championships.
5. Diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism in 2018 and underwent surgery.
6. Loves spending time with animals and shares a strong bond with his pet dog.
7. Youngest of three siblings.
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