Dante' is thrilled to be heading to the Dome for his rookie year as a New Orleans Saintsation!
Originally from Vicksburg, Mississippi, he is proud to call New Orleans his new home. Upon discovering his natural ability for tumbling and gymnastics, Dante' began taking cheer and dance classes at age 11. As a cheerleader throughout high school and college, it was beyond his wildest dreams that he would be able to, one day, call himself an NFL cheerleader.
Before attending the University of Mississippi, majoring in Communication and Broadcast Journalism, Dante' attended East Mississippi Community College, where he was a cheerleader for the five-time NJCAA champion football team, featured on Netflix's "Last Chance U". He is no stranger to the male pageant stage, having represented Mississippi in four national competitions. Most recently, he was named Mr. Mississippi United States finishing third runner-up in the Mr. United States pageant.
As a Saintsation, Dante' looks forward to not only growing as a dancer and performer, but finding new ways to make a difference in the community of New Orleans through service, which is another passion of his. One of Dante's proudest accomplishments includes being named Mississippi's youth ambassador for Youth Service America, where he was able to visit Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. for a leadership summit with youth representatives from all states to speak with legislators about bettering Mississippi through service.
"After going to two Saints games last season, I couldn't keep my eyes off of the Saintsations, especially the first male to ever dance on the field. I knew then that a goal was put in my heart to be a part of this team. Through determination and strong faith, I am honored to say I accomplished this goal and call myself a Saintsation for the New Orleans Saints! Geaux Saints!"
