The 10th annual River City Dancing with the Stars competition is scheduled for Saturday, April 13th, and all of the dancers are ready to leave it all of the ballroom floor... for a great cause!
RCDWTS is the largest fundraiser on the year for the the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus. Following the format of its television counterpart, the event pairs six esteemed local community leaders with professional ballroom dance instructors. Each “star” is poised to present a captivating two-minute ballroom routine on stage.
In a delightful twist, alongside the judges’ evaluations of their performances, these stars must also rally community support in the form of donations to the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus. Every dollar contributed translates to a vote, with all proceeds earmarked for vital initiatives such as need-based scholarships and ongoing programming for local children.
The coveted Mirror Ball Trophy awaits the dancer who achieves the highest combination of community votes and performance scores, promising an evening of spirited competition and philanthropic cheer.
The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus strives to ensure that finances are never a boundary for budding young artists who wan to learn, grow, and perform.
To cast your vote and support Kerrie and Gil, visit :
https://www.rivercitydwts.com/contestants2024/kerrie-hileman
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Kerrie, a native of Ponte Vedra, Florida, now resides in San Marco, Jacksonville. With nearly 40 years rooted in the area, she proudly considers Jacksonville her home. Kerrie holds a degree in Accounting and a Masters in Business Administration from Florida State University, where she passionately supports her alma mater’s sports teams. Married to Daniel, they are blessed with three sons: Patrick (9), Peyton (7), and Andrew (4).
Actively engaged in the community, Kerrie serves on the board of the San Marco Merchant’s Association and is a committed member at Epping Forest Yacht Club. Her leadership extends to the bridal industry, as CEO and Co-Founder of TWM Bridal since its inception in 2010. TWM Bridal, encompassing brands like The White Magnolia Bridal Collection and Magnolia Laine Bridal, boasts 12 boutique locations across the southeast and offers franchise opportunities. Kerrie and Daniel also helm Fore Score Golf Tavern in San Marco, fusing their passion for sports, food, and community into an interactive experience.
Outside of work, the family revels in outdoor activities like biking, hiking, and boating. They cherish annual trips to ski in Colorado and explore the Florida Keys. Excited to participate in River City Dancing with the Stars, Kerrie embraces the chance to support the Jacksonville Children’s Choir, an organization close to her heart as a music enthusiast.
Gilberto Maldonado, known as Gil Maldonado, hails from Puerto Rico but was raised in Kansas City. His passion for dance ignited during his early years, where he took to the streets to master salsa, merengue, and hip hop. Gil embarked on his formal training in ballroom and Latin dancing through TC Dance Club in 1999, and since then, he has been sharing his expertise by teaching and competing alongside his students.
In 2020, Gil made the move to Florida to become part of the esteemed All About Ballroom team, eagerly anticipating the unfolding of his next dance chapter.