Shaun T.
Birth Name:
Shaun Thompson
Birth Place:
Deptford, New Jersey, United States
Profession
Actor
Fast Facts
- Created the best selling fitness program in America, "Hip Hop Abs," in 2007
- Was ranked number eight on Greatist's list of The 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness in 2013
- Graduated from Rowan University with a degree in Health and Exercise Science, and was later honored as a Distinguished Alumni in 2013
- Started out as a dancer in television and theater, appearing in the original cast of the musical "The Ten Commandments․"
- Quote: "Every person has a unique gift or talent that they are meant to share with the world․ That is why you are on this planet․․․because you have something to offer that makes everyone better․"
- Best known as a fitness trainer, choreographer, and host of "Secret Guide to Fabulous․"
- Choreographed the film "Bring It On: All or Nothing" with Tony Gonzalez, and also appeared in the film as a spotter
- Has danced with music artists like Mariah Carey, Elephant Man, and Aaron and Nick Carter
- His 2011 fitness program, "Insanity: The Asylum Vol․ 1," became popular with athletes like Apolo Ohno, Hope Solo, and Evan Valiere