Kenny Ortega

Kenny Ortega is an American filmmaker, touring manager, and choreographer born on April 18, 1950. He is widely recognized for his work in directing films such as Newsies, Hocus Pocus, The Cheetah Girls 2, High School Musical, Michael Jackson's This Is It, Descendants, and Julie and the Phantoms. Ortega has also made significant contributions as a choreographer for films like St. Elmo's Fire, Pretty in Pink, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Dirty Dancing. In addition to his film work, he has directed concert tours for renowned artists including Cher, Gloria Estefan, Miley Cyrus, and Michael Jackson. Ortega's accomplishments have earned him a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the prestigious Disney Legend Award in 2019.