Mark Ballas

Mark Ballas
Ballas performing in June 2014
Born
Mark Alexander Ballas Jr.

(1986-05-24) May 24, 1986
Houston, Texas, U.S.
Occupations
  • Dancer
  • choreographer
  • singer-songwriter
  • musician
  • actor
Years active2005–present
TelevisionDancing with the Stars
Spouse
(m. 2016)
Children1
Parent(s)Corky Ballas (father)
Shirley Ballas (mother)
RelativesGeorge Ballas (paternal grandfather)
Musical career
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • guitar
Labels
Member ofAlexander Jean
Formerly ofBallas Hough Band

Mark Alexander Ballas Jr. (born May 24, 1986) is an American professional Latin and ballroom dancer, choreographer, musician, and actor. Since 2007, he has appeared as a pro on the ABC reality competition program Dancing with the Stars, winning the series three times. He earned a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography for his work on the show.