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Charm La’Donna is the Emmy-nominated choreographer behind some of the most memorable Super Bowl halftime shows, including Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar. She combines years of dance training and life experience to create performances that captivate audiences worldwide.

Growing up in Compton, La’Donna discovered dance at just three years old, performing her first solo in kindergarten. She trained in multiple styles, from hip-hop and krumping to ballet and jazz. She calls herself a “hybrid,” blending these techniques into a unique choreographic voice, according to The Grio.

La’Donna honed her craft at Los Angeles County High School for the Arts. Early in her journey, she caught the attention of iconic choreographer Fatima Robinson, who became her mentor and guided her into the professional dance world.

Her career quickly gained momentum. La’Donna choreographed The Weeknd’s 2021 halftime show, Kendrick Lamar in 2025, Bad Bunny in 2026, and Beyoncé’s “Beyoncé Bowl.” Her work is known for fusing cultural storytelling with bold, high-energy movement, reflecting both her roots and her hybrid dance training.

Despite her high-profile success, she stays grounded in her identity as a dancer. “I’ll probably still be up there dancing when I’m 60,” she said. Her ability to build trust with artists like Beyoncé, Lamar, and Bad Bunny allows her to create moves that feel authentic to each performer while keeping the energy fresh and dynamic.

Beyond choreography, La’Donna also teaches and uses music as part of her creative vision. She hopes to build an “empire of all arts” that nurtures the next generation of artists.

“I love the work that goes into creating the art for whoever to see. You’re talking to the little girl who used to choreograph in her room by herself, and now I see my work all over the world,” she said.