The 2023 First Coast Dancing with the Stars event raised more than $75,000 to support the free concerts and educational programming of the Beaches Fine Arts Series.
The event was held Sept. 16 at WJCT Studios.
The eight participating teams included:
Winners
Other teams
Jessica Ring and Tony Kantin of Seaside Ballroom
Aurica Duca and Christian Marcantonio of Allure Dance Experience
Paul Saville and Johnetta Wise of Wise Footwork
Brittany Molina Moore and Jeremy Jose of Monarch Ballroom
Cyndy Tomassetti and Chris Thomas of Monarch Ballroom.
A special performance by professional Tony Kantin and his professional partner Olivia Card ended the gala with their routine that received fourth place in the Professional World Cabaret Division of the United States Dance Championships the week prior to the BFAS event.
The event is made possible by many in-kind donations. Orsay is the VIP party host. The eight restaurants for the gala buffet included Medure Brothers; SoNapa Grille; True Foods Kitchen; Mandola’s; Dawn to Dusk Catering; Seasons 52; TacoLu; and Hamburger Mary’s.
Southern Glazers provided drinks.
Scott Blake was the official gala photographer.
