'So You Think You Can Dance' Star Danny Tidwell Dies At 35

So You Think You Can Dance star Danny Tidwell has passed away. He was 35.

Tidwell’s brother, Travis Wall, a choreographer on the popular dance show, confirmed Danny’s death on Saturday (March 7) in a heartbreaking Instagram post. “"My heart is broken. Yesterday I lost a brother . And we all lost a gift. I’m not ready. But I never think I will be. Because I can’t believe this is real,” Wall captioned the beginning of his message along with a series of heartfelt photos of Tidwell.

"I can’t believe you’re gone. You were more than my brother. You were my inspiration. I idolized you growing up. Wanted to dance just like you. Wanted to be you!" Wall continued his touching tribute. "I wish I could jump in your arms again like we used to when we were kids and onstage dancing. We will all remember the joy and passion you brought to everyone you came in contact with through out your journey. A journey cut to short. You are a legend. And I love you so much Danny."

Debbie Allen, who judged Tidwell’s performances during season three, paid tribute to the departed star. "Danny Tidwell our beautiful dancing genius 'Prince amongst Paupers' you are in God’s Ensemble,” she tweeted. “We will always speak your name with love and respect. See you on the other side. Love, Mama D.”

The performer, who trained at the Kirov Academy of Ballet of Washington and under the instruction of his adoptive mother, Denise, reportedly went on to join the American Ballet Theater. He would rise to stardom on So You Think You Can Dance at the age of 22, becoming the runner-up on the series in 2007. 

As of yet, a cause of death has not been revealed.

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