Edwin Morales

Growing up in the tough neighborhoods of Brooklyn, NY, Eddie Morales of Puerto Rican descent, never knew he would one day be paid to travel internationally alongside some of the world's most iconic music superstars. From attending Julliard breifly to transfering to John Dewey High School, Morales's humble beginnings nurtured his fighter mentality from singing to graduating from "Lee Strasbergs" world reknown Acting school to be the best, amongst the best. The journey to dance with the best was not an easy one for this now internationally sought after dancer and choreographer. During his high school years, Morales would sneak out to underground clubs after school, dance all night until the early dawn, and then sneak back home to get ready for school. In 1995, while living in Brooklyn, Morales was involved in a hit and run bus accident which left him fighting to walk. During his recuperation, Morales became inspired to dance professionally when he saw Janet Jackson's "IF" music video. He began his incredible recovery with his own regiment of dancing for rehabilitation.Once he was back on his feet again, Morales caught the eye of Mary J. Blige who personally invited him to join her "Share My World" tour. Since then, Morales has toured Performed & choreographed many world tours with international superstars including Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Usher, Whitney Houston, Chris Brown, Boys II Men, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Pink, Christina Aguilera, Aaliyah, Big Pun, Alicia keys, Timbaland, Jay-Z, Notorious B.I.G, Will Smith, J-LO and Missy Elliott to name a few. Morales has also been featured in many memorable music videos such as Justin Timberlake's "Like I Love You" and changed the face of dance along side with Marty Kudelka. In addition to touring, he choreographed and was featured in the film "Stomp The Yard". Since 1998 Morales has remained a fixture of international award shows, dancing and choreographing at such renowned premiere events including Grammy Awards, MTV's Video Music Awards, American Music Awards, World Music Awards and Asia Music Awards, European Music Awards, NRJ Awards, UK Mobo Awards to name a few. In addition to establishing himself in the professional dancing sub-culture of the entertainment industry, Morales has also made a name for himself as a consultant to some of the most influential tastemakers within the entertainment industry. Morales states, "labels, artists and producers have all come to me, asking for my opinion on the musical and visual aspects of various projects. I am asked for my opinion on projects when they are in the development stage, long before the final vision is released." A true international cultural ambassador, Morales has remained actively, creatively involved with German based company "Who Got Skillz" since 2001, pre youtube era, assisting in delivering the best dancers and choreographers from the U.S.A to the most remote regions of several countries around the world. Morales has played an instrumental role hosting and producing instructional dance events and inspiring kids from the poorest and tuffest neighborhoods in the world, from Germany, Australia, Russia, Japan, Czech Republic, Korea, China, Dubai, Prague, France, South Africa, UK, South America, Scandinavia, Italy, Romania, Turkey, Holland, Belgium, and USA to name a few. Transitioning his career from dancer to choreographer, in the latter months of 2006, Morales was honored With a request from Justin Timberlake. In preparation for the impending two year international tour to promote Timberlake's multi-platinum and diamond selling album, "Justified, Future Sex / Love Sounds" and perform alongside him at SUPER BOWL 52 halftime show. Timberlake requested Morales to choreograph a number to the hit song, "Summer Love". His vibe and swag on "Like I love you" along with Marty Kudelka (Creative Director). Since then Morales has put his dance experience to work on a new level. Choreographing/directing for numerous artists, driven and energized to leave his unique mark on this ever-changing entertainment industry. Morales has also cultivated live Performaces for FAN DUELS yearly online betting million dollar events. Now in the present time ,Morales had the honor to creative direct "Monday night football halftime performances" for the NFL & Genesis USA car, the major sponsor for the NFL & ESPN. Amongst the artists he worked with from BAD BUNNY to 5sos, Anuel AA, Tainy, Lil Wayne, TheROOTS, SnoopDogg, Lil Yachty, Flo-Rida ,and fashion week for the Hudson Yards grand opening in NYC alongside top fashionista Anna Wintor for Genesis's "MINT" car reveal.