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DanceTalk * 12-30-03

Have a safe and Happy New Year.

This time of the year brings fun & excitement for many while others may look back and reflect on more sensitive issues. If your feeling blue, get out and spend time with friends. There are many New Year's Eve parties to attend, dance and share some up lifting experiences with others. Please check out all there is too offer below.

Happy Birthday wishes to Eileen Erlich.

"When Disco Ruled the World, " comes to VH1 television on February 28, 2004.
A look back at the disco phenomena.

Coming to the silver screen in February 2004, Dirty Dancing 2, Havana Nights with dancer/actor Patrick Swayze.

Just Hustle DC, is recruiting new dancers for their hustle dance team. This is a great opportunity to improve your dancing and perform with a group. Practices will begin on Sunday afternoons in Jan. after the holidays. If you do not have a partner, your name will be put on a "partner list" with the possibility of matching you up with someone. For more details write Joyce at : joycedancr@aol.com

Janet Jackson is a multiple Grammy and MTV Award-winning performer, and will strut her stuff on February 1, 2004, at the Super Bowl.

Every Wednesday, Sunny Leigh sings opera at Buona Sera Italian Restaurant.
Great food with no cover. 7-9PM located at 94 University Place, Corner of 12 St and University. 212-627-9200

"A Raison In the Sun" returns to Broadway. The role made famous by Sidney Poutier will be played by P. Diddy AKA Sean Puff Daddy Combs.

Coming soon to DanceTalk®, a listing of all the top hustle instructors and studios across the USA.

Make it a great new year,
Ron

Disco 101,
Are you new to the dance world? Ever buy a vinyl record? Were you born after 1970?
If you are switching over to CDs from vinyl records, cassettes or 8 track tapes..the real question is .... where do you start.
If your thinking of spinning at an up coming dance party, have always dreamed of becoming a real disc Jockey or just want to gain knowledge developing your own discography.... your library of music is vital. As a DJ, your primary responsibility is to keep the dance floor packed? Sounds easy but it can be challenging and a down right frightening experience.
We asked some of the most respected and nationally known DJs for their guidance and expertise. For those who are looking for those "essential records" for any party or starting a collection -- here is the Top DJ's picks for classic dance music to help you get that party started.

DJ Johnny V - Long Island, NY
House DJ on Tuesday nights at Club IBBG in Garden City, NY, spins at Trax, Dance Adixxion and specializes in classic dance music. Visit his website at http://www.DJjohnnyv.com

"Romeo & Juliet" - Alec R. Constindinos
"Supernature" - Cerrone
"All I Ask" - Vicki Sheapard
"Forbidden Love" - Madleen Kane
"Ain't Nothin Gonna Keep Me From You" - Teri Desario.

Marty Angelo - Florida
Original host and producer of the first television dance show dedicated to disco, "Disco Step-by-Step." Marty is the founder of the most recognizable website on disco http://www.discostepbystep.com/

"This is It" - Melba Moore
"Ten Percent" - Double Exposure
"Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel" - Tavares
"The Hustle" - Van McCoy
"Ain't That Enough for You" - John Davis & The Monster Orchestra

Nino Torre - New York
Runs his own Disc Jockey company. Resident DJ at Samba Night Club and at Tavern On The Green during the summer. Nino has been a guest DJ on WKTU FM and will be on the DJ staff at the Hustle Cruise 2004.

"Saturday Night Fever" - Sound Track
"Salsoul Gold 12"s" - Vince Montana & the Salsoul Orchestra
"Donna Summer - Greatest Hits" - Donna Summer
"Barry White- Greatest Hits" - Barry White
"Thank God It's Friday" - Soundtrack

DJ Frank P - New Jersey
Started spinning in the service 40 years ago. Was a former radio Disc Jockey. Has an incredible collection of music including all genre's of music.

"Never Can Say Goodbye" - Gloria Gaynor
"Sure Shot" - Crown Heights Affair
"Salsoul" - Vince Montana & The Salsoul Orchestra
"The Glow Of Love" - Change
"Disco Champs" - The Trammps
"Fame" - Grace Jones

Bobby Gerard - Florida
Spinning music for the last 20 years from NY to Florida, he is the house DJ at the Paladium Night Club on Tuesday's in Florida, ArtSales, WHDC and the Hustle Cruise. Bobby hosts his own weekly radio classic disco night on Sundays in Florida.

"Crazy Love" - Alton, McClain & Destiny
"Was That All It Was" - Jean Carn
"Don't Leave Me This Way" - Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes
"Love In C Minor" - Cerrone
"Souvenirs" - Voyage

Bobby Morales - NYC
Highly sought after DJ for all the major dance events including the IHSC, Discoamerica, Lincoln Center... Bobby is the two time winner of The Readers Choice Award as "Favorite DJ."

"Love is the message" - MFSB
"Date with the rain" - Eddie Kendrick's
"Was that all it was" - Jean Carn
"Let's get it together/Mondo Disco" - El Coco
"Can u feel it" - Michelle

Van McCoy Contest & Fund Raiser

Instructors and dancers are invited to compete, watch, or participate in the Van McCoy Regional Hustle Competition for professional and amateurs at the regional International Salsa Open on Sunday, Jan. 11 at the Buzz Nightclub, 308 W Erie, downtown Chicago.
Schedule:
5:00PM: Doors Open
5:30 to 6:30PM: Salsa & Hustle Workshop taught by Randy Atlas of the IHSC
6:30 to 10PM: Open Dancing to Salsa, Hustle, and Swing music & Competitions
Proceeds of this regional competition will be going to the Special Olympics. $15 in advance. $20 at the door. To purchase your tickets or for more information, contact us at info@MayIHaveThisDance.com or (773) 635-3000.
For complete rules and info go to http://www.mayihavethisdance.com/hustlesalsacomp.php

DanceTalk * 12-23-03

Merry Christmas, may your holidays be full of happiness and good health.

Happy Birthday wishes to Joan Dudley, Keith Harrison, Joanne Piazza and Ron Troy.

The winners of the Los Angeles regional Van McCoy contest, held at the Hacienda Hotel, were Jim White and Debbie D'Quieno in the amateur hustle. Congratulations, as they move on to the next round at the IHSC in Miami. Second place went to Steve and Linda Sienfeld and the 3rd Place couple was Steve Tondre and Alison Berglas.

On Jan 19th, 2004 Paul Pellicoro's Dancesport, will host the regional Van McCoy Dance contests for New York.

DJ Mark will be spinning at the New Year's Eve party at Universal Dance Center in Collingswood, NJ. Dance all night, enjoy an Italian cuisine dinner and more. For details call Scott (215) 918-1869 - see more info below.

The sound track from the motion picture "Scarface" has been newly reissued. Just like the movie, this soundtrack is a cult classic, featuring a great score by Giorgio Moroder.

Christmas Day beholds an evening of dancing. Come join Diane Nardone at the VFW Hall for lessons and a holiday dance. See details below.

For your convenience, it is now possible to buy tickets for the New Year's Eve bash at the Parsippany-Hilton ON-LINE via Paypal! Please e-mail Anthony DeRosa at purenergy1105@aol.com and ask for the New Year's Eve evite.

There are only 17 cabins left on February's "Hustle Into Paradise" Dance Cruise
at the discount rate of $299* (social dancing only). After that, the price will go up. Http://www.HustleCruise.com For Reservations call: Rita at 1-800-503-9600.
*+taxes.

Mark it down, April 16-18, 2004 is the Philadelphia Festival Dancesport Championships at the Marriott in Philadelphia. You don't want to miss this one. http://www.phillyfestival.info

Coming soon to DanceTalk, a look back at 2003 and the dance community.

Make it a great week,
Ron

"Spot Light"
Nelly Cotto (Part 2)

Twenty-nine years ago, Nelly Cotto learned to do the hustle, from her sister, while recuperating in the hospital at the age of 13. The year was 1974. Her precision and charm would earn her an allegiance of fans as she "Wowed" the country on the televised "Merv Griffin Show." She was destined to become the premier hustle dancer of our time.
Disco was not quite at its pinnacle in 1980 but Nellie Cotto would eclipse her dancing for six months. She gave birth to her daughter. For the previous two years, Nelly and Floyd Chishom danced on national TV, performed shows, created a dance troop and won some of the most prestigious contests. "I made my living on Dance Contests" explains Nelly. But there were hard feelings between Floyd Chishom and her. Together they had achieved so much but Floyd, the dance giant, was drifting away from dancing.
The "King and Queen of Disco" were no more.
Another popular dancer, in and out of the night clubs, was also searching for a new partner. Eddie Vega was experiencing turmoil with his dance mate. A new partnership was formed. "Eddie was a natural" explained Nelly. It was a seamless transition. The winnings kept coming. They took first place at the United States Ballroom Championships and at Anthony Lee's 1983 "American Star Ball."
Standing only five feet tall and ninety-five pounds, the trophies towered over her. As the competitions became more political they directed their energy towards shows and performing. "In the 80's the USBC's and Harvest Moonball became too political for us."
At an early age Nelly was able to develop incredible dance speed. Her movements had such quickness.... whether she was executing multiple spins or a triple flip in the air. As a dance couple they always pushed the bar higher as they raised the degree of difficulty in their lifts. When they achieved a double it was time to push for a triple.
This set her and her partners ahead of the pack. And to crown the dance, the costumes were always first class, designed by Tony Pena' , they were nothing less then breath taking.. hand made they rivaled those of the Las Vegas show girls.
In 1999, Nelly was honored with the Eddie Vega award. Then in 2000, she was invited to partner with Arte Philips when they performed for Prince Rainer in Monaco. This was another highlight of her life, one she is grateful to Arte for making happen.
In 2001 she entered the national Newport Dance contest. Competing in the finals in Florida, against 200 couples in all forms of dance, she won the $20,000. first place prize with long time friend and dance partner Kenny Gonzales. Kenny and Nelly have been friends since they were both 11 years old. Kenny is her daughters God father.
As we fast forward to 2003, her daughter is now 22 and finishing up college.
Nelly is a young 42 and still living in the Bronx. Next year will mark a 30 year odyssey thru hustle dancing for her. Still graceful and able to fly only where superman dares.... Nelly remains dedicated to her dancing. She still performs but has dedicated the last 15 years of her life to working with kids at "After School Programs" teaching kids to dance. "Kids are humble, no egos they enjoy and appreciate dance" explains Nelly. My goal is to continue working with the kids. I see a number of up coming dance greats but many of them take two classes and think they are great, their aura is all wrong." Nelly is also concerned about the lack of creativity, "today they are just not original." She encourages dance couples to take it to the next level. In her words, "show me a flip with 8 turns."
Nelly just recently under went the knife having gallbladder surgery. But, she is back and on top of her game. At only 104 pounds, she is still air borne ... a true living daredevil. She just finished performing in the show "Sexaholics" along with John Lucasomo.
Over the years, Nelly competed and performed with the finest Hustle dancers in the world. She helped expose the country to the hustle and a level of performing not commonly seen. In a certain way, it helped kill the "Saturday Night Fever" myth -- there is more to hustle dancing then just pointing your finger.

On The Twelve Days Of Christmas My True Love Gave to Me, (courtesy of Marisol)

12 Hustle Dancers
11 Records Spinnin'
10 Mirror Balls Hanging
9 Roller Skaters Skating
8 Speakers Pumping
7 Violins Whirling
6 Strobe Lights Strobbing
5 Disco Songs
4 DJs Shaking
3 Sweethearts Singing
2 Tons of Glitter Glistening... and
1 Giant Dance Floor

DanceTalk * 12-16-03

Happy Chanukah

Wishing happy birthday wishes to Carol "CK" Kalish.

We crowned the Philadelphia regional Van McCoy dance champions this past weekend at the 2003 Holiday Spectacular. Read all about it below.

Sunny Leigh is now singing every Wednesday night at Buono Sera from 7 to 9PM, Great Italian food located at 94 University Place, (corner of 12th St. between 5th and B'way) NYC

This coming Sunday, DJ Johnny O is back in action at the Starlight Dance Center, in Nutley, NJ, for an evening of hustle dancing. See all the details below.

On Sunday, December 7th Disco Mania held the finals in Las Vegas. The first place winners received $1,000 each, a 12 week paid contract to dance in the Disco Nights show at the LV Hilton, dinners and a guest suite. Congratulations to Rene and Susan Delgadillo. They danced a salsa. Dance Mania 2 is coming soon. Stay tuned for more details.

Mark your calendars, June 11-13, 2004, Discoamerica returns to the Clarion Hotel in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Look for more info soon from Donna Boyle.

We wish Bernard Martinez only the best as he moves from the Big Apple to Huntington Beach, California. We're sure he'll "carry on" his dance spirit to the west coast.

Tuesday, Dec 16th, there will be a private holiday party at Michael's Cafe. DJ Mark will be back next week. See everyone then.

Next week, Part two of our spotlight feature on Nelly Cotto, don't miss it.

Make it a Great Week,
Ron

"Holiday Spectacular" wind up

The Show must go on. Inspite of the snow, sleet and rain, the 11th Annual Holiday Spectacular was an overwhelming success. Dancers dug out of the snow and made the ride down for a wonderful night of dancing. DJ Mark kept the floor jamming till 12:45AM. We crowned the Philadelphia Van McCoy Regional dance champions. They will move on to the next round in Miami. The food was..... out of this world. Special thanks to Bruce and Jannette Axelrod for catering our party.

We had many professional on hand: Andre' Phelps, Silvana Gallagher, Carl Charles, Elizabeth Darchi, Brian Gallagher, Chris Bates, Diane Nardone, Bill Poulter, Dara Putrusky, Louis Orlando, Joe Kerner, DJ Kenny Arditi, Artie Phillips, Danny McGee, Tiffany Brown, Georgie Azpura, Jose Gonzales....
We are proud to have three wonderful dance couples, representing the Philly/NJ region, heading to Miami's International Hustle Salsa Championships.
The winners of the Van McCoy Professional Hustle division were Georgie Azpura and Dara Putrusky. They received engraved Plaques and free weekend passes to the IHSC.
In the Open Salsa, the winners were Joey Cammatuci and Patty McConnell. They also receive passes to the IHSC.
And in the amateur Hustle:
Third place went to Patty McConnell and Jamie Serna.
Second place was Joey Cammatuci and Ettie Kurtz. (Both the third and second places couples received medals.)
Our first place couple was Angela McCabe and Wingo Hom. They received engraved plaques and free weekend passes to IHSC.
The dancing didn't let up until almost 1AM. We even had an impromptu dance performance by the Top Hat Studio dancers.
Thank you to all the dancers for their participation and for braving the icy road conditions to join us in Philadelphia.
We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.

Dance Radio Stations

Billboard Magazine rates these dance radio stations, Top Of The Class. These stations have been helping to elevate the profile of Dance Music today. These dance music stations will be tracking the current dance sound and ranking the new music that will appear in Billboard Magazines Dance Section. When in these towns, tune into the sound of today.

WKTU - NY
WQSX - Boston
WPYM - Miami
KDLD - Los Angeles
KKDL - Dallas
KPTI - San Francisco

DanceTalk * 12-9-03

Happy holidays and birthday wishes to Hyunki Raab, Chucky Mayo, Noel Colon and Debbie Ferro.

Congratulations to Karen Afflerbach and Dave Bridegam on their November 14th marriage. Dave was the owner of BB Dance Studio in Reading Pa. His website can be seen at www.bbdancestudio.com.

Our Condolences go out to Gus Varrichio and Norma Rivera. Gus just lost his 20 year old son over the Thanksgiving holiday. Jerry Hobbs, also from New York, just lost his younger 24 year old brother in a motor cycle accident last week. Our prayers go out to both families.

"The Company" is a new film by Robert Altman. It is coming to theaters this Xmas holidays. It is a look at the Joffrey Ballet, rehearsals and performances. The motion picture stars Neve Campbell, Malcolm McDowell and James Franco.

Save this date, February 28th, 2004 when Universal Dance Center celebrates their 10th Anniversary in Collingswood New Jersey.

I hope to see everyone at this Sundays "Holiday Spectacular." I will have a complete report in next weeks edition of DanceTalk.

Make it a great week.
Ron

Holiday Spectacular

This is a special night for dance enthusiasts. This Sunday evening, is the 11th Annual Holiday Spectacular. One of the first on going hustle events created to bring dancers from all over together to spend a night dancing during the holiday season. The party is jammed pack with hours of dancing, lessons, competitions, high energy DJs, food and frolic. Dress your best as we host the regional Van McCoy dance contest. Our winners move onto Miami - dancing for thousands of dollars in cash and prizes. The contests will be held in three divisions: An amateur hustle, a professional hustle and an open Salsa. The regional winners will receive plaques and complimentary passes to the weekend competition held at the International Hustle Salsa Championships. Everyone is welcome to compete. This is not a spotlight (solo) dance but will be held in heats. Contestants will be judged on their dance floor skills. The night kicks off with a complimentary hustle lesson with Ron & Donna at 7:00PM. Then at 7:30, Donna will give a belly dancing class. For those that may not know it, Donna has been performing and teaching Belly dancing for over 20 years. You have to check this out. We are fortunate to have two wonderful Disc Jockeys. DJ Mark is the resident music master at the popular night club Michael's Cafe. He will be mixing Hustle, Latin and a taste of WCS. To compliment Mark we have DJ Bobby Morales, spinning the classic hustle that he is known for. Bobby was recently recognized by the readers of DanceTalk as the "two time" favorite DJ in the readers choice awards.
This year we have Bruce and Jannette Axelrod's Catering company providing us with all the nibbles -- which means its going to be great.
Ladies, dress to the nine's, Gents, dress to impress.
The new location is spacious. It has a huge wooden dance floor.
If you are planning to attend only one Holiday party, this is it. We hope to see you on the dance floor. Here are the details:
Sunday, December 14th at the Oxford Circle Jewish Community Center 1009 Unruh Ave, Philadelphia, PA (215) 342-2400
Twenty dollars per person. Tickets are sold at the door.
From Southern NJ, Delaware, Virginia and Maryland:
Take 95 North to the Cottman Ave exit. Take Cottman Ave (cross over Route 1) and turn LEFT onto CASTOR AVE. Turn RIGHT onto UNRUH AVE.
*** From Northern New Jersey, New York ***
Take the NJ Turnpike south to Pa turnpike. Take Pa Turnpike to the first exit for Philadelphia. After the toll bear right onto Route 1 south. Stay on Route 1 for approximately 15 minutes then turn right onto Cottman Avenue. Left turn onto Castor Ave half mile down to Unruh Ave turn Right.
Drive Safe.

New Music

Here is a new list of hott dance music being played in the dance clubs. **Keep in mind, many of these songs have been remixed for the ultimate dance beat. The song version on the album will differ in tempo from the remix. Check to make sure which rendition your listening too.

Love On The Dance Floor - "Cerrone"
Gus Gus - "Call Of the Wild"
Simply Red - "Sunrise"
Milky - "Just the way you are"
Beat Hustlerz - "Just About Had Enough"
Cyndi Lauper - "Shine"
Lee Ann Rimes - "We Can"
Lilli Haydn - "Anything"
Fiori - "Take Me where you are"
Kylie Minogue "Slow"

DanceTalk * 12-2-03

Happy birthday wishes to Bruce Haslam, Carl Charles and Elise Alverado.

Come out to Michael's Cafe (Bensalem, Pa) this week as we say good bye to Yana Brin. She is heading to Dallas Texas for Pilot Orientation. American Airlines is gaining a top notch pilot. We wish her the best of luck.

This months, "Spot light" feature will flip you out. Nelly Cotto helped drive the hustle dance to a higher level. Her exciting flashy style helped her distance herself from the pack. I hope you enjoy the big story on this tiny dancer.

Have you started to shop for that special holiday gift? How about the gift of dance. Videos and gift certificates for dance lessons make a wonderful gift.
Many of the instructors and organizers have instructional video tapes and/or gift certificates available for lessons.

From "Dirty Dancing" to the razzle-dazzle of "Chicago," Patrick Swayze, whose films include "Road House," "Ghost" and "To Wong Foo," joins the national company of "Chicago" next month as the song-and-dance lawyer, Billy Flynn.
Swayze will portray Flynn when the stage version of the Oscar-winning film plays San Diego's Civic Center, Dec. 30-Jan. 4, and then the Pantages Theater in Los Angeles, Jan. 7-18.

Twenty-one years ago, the number one selling album was released, "Thriller" by the infamous Michael Jackson.

Fred and Ginger fans, the long awaited musical "Not Gonna Dance," is coming to Broadway in New York. It's receiving rave reviews.

Bloch has opened a retail store in Manhattan. They make wonderful dance shoes, sneakers and apparel. The store is located on Columbus Ave between 74th and 75th street.

Disco Music 101, starting a record collection? Thinking of breaking into the world of being a Disc Jockey? Coming soon, the essential records needed for your collection.
Stay tuned.

Make it a great week,
Ron

Spot light
"Nelly Cotto"

While recuperating in the hospital her older sister, Dora, visited her to exclaimed "there is a new dance out" where upon she began to teach her the hot new craze, right there in the hospital. She was only 13 years old. She started studying ballet when she was only 3. Nelly Cotto hasn't stopped dancing since. For almost 30 years, Nelly has dazzled audiences all over the world. She was destined to become the premier hustle dancer of our time.
Dancing in the Bronx, NY, Nelly began to partner with Roy as part of the Latin Symbolics. "We would rehearse and practice mambo and hustle but Roy wasn't ready to perform live yet," remembers Nelly. As the hustle originated in the South Bronx, Nelly explains how the girls, back then, did all the movements, "the hustle had no turn patterns yet. The guy just stood there as the girl did all the movements. We would practice and dance at house parties." In 1974, a friend at the Butterfly Discotheque introduced her to Floyd Chishom. He was tall and slick. After performing in the motion film "Roseland," Floyd was searching for a new partner.
The disco dance phenomenon was beginning to explode. A major tri state dance contest was being held. Nine dance clubs, from three different states, would hold preliminary contests. "We won the battle dance contest at the "Sesame Street Club" which meant we went to the finals at the Copacobana in New York City. All nine finalists from the different clubs would compete for the chance of a life time to go to Hollywood and appear on the celebrated Merv Griffin Television show."
Floyd and Nelly won the finals and were flown out to California. "I thought we were just going to appear on the show and be interviewed..... I didn't know we would be competing on TV," recalls Nelly. With only four months rehearsal time together, this young couple, (Nelly was only 16 years old) would shock the country with their incredible style of dance. Dancing to the sound track from the motion picture "Thank God Its Friday" they would compete on television against regional dance champions from all over the USA. Dressed from head to tails in all white, this young NY couple would mesmerize the studio audience with lifts, tricks and hustle dancing never witnessed before on television. This was her defining moment. Dancing to the songs "After Dark" and "Find My Way," Floyd and Nelly would become the "King And Queen Of Disco," (in 1978), as they were awarded framed Gold Records from the motion picture "Thank God It's Friday." The nationally televised Merv Griffin Show received their highest ratings...ever.
After returning back to NY, the team would continue to hoan their skills. A major contest was being promoted and would take place at the world famous "Regines" night club. The winners would be flown to Hollywood to compete on a new TV pilot called "Disco Fever." Nelly and Floyd once again took first place honors and returned to Hollywood to compete on this new developmental television project. As they marched to the stage to tape their segment for the TV show, just minutes before the camera's rolled, Nelly and Floyd were paged to return to the office. "We were told we could not compete. Floyd was in a frenzy," explains Nelly. "Since Merv Griffin was owner of the new TV pilot, the producers felt it was unfair for us to compete since we had just won on the Merv Griffin show a few months earlier. Floyd was so heart broken he complained and they agreed to invite us back to perform on the Merv Griffin show in 1979," explains Nelly. The new pilot was filmed, (without them), it was a hit. The show was later renamed, "Dance Fever." The rest is history.
The dance pioneers would return to NY and would appear on the Merv Griffin Show in a dance special, as agreed upon, when in Los Anglos. With assistance from dance coach and choreographer Rocco, they now had more experience under their belts. The couple would wow the audience and catch the eyes of many producers and organizers. Regine would ask them to fly to Paris to perform at her other night clubs abroad. With their new found celebrity status, Floyd envisioned starting his own dance troop. "The Disco Dance Stars" were born. After winning another contest in Long Island, Floyd and Nelly were entertained by another young couple that performed their style. Ricky Quintana and Lisa Nunziella had the showmanship they were looking for. Along with Danny Llaurado & Carol Famiglio, Eddie Espinosa & Barbara Procopio, the group took shape. The troop was managed by dance wizard Don Denotalia. Don had an extensive movie and dance resume' and was able to book the troop all over the world. In between tours, they stayed active competing in contests. The traditional club contest would run for a number of weeks picking weekly winners. At the finals, all the couples would be invited back to compete head to head to determine the grand prize winner. After winning the finals at Metro 700, Nelly took a hiatus.
She was pregnant.

To be continued

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