Dance choreographer Cris Judd returns as dance scout for NBC’s hit competition series America’s Got Talent – Season 11 with Nick Cannon as host, Howie Mandel, Mel B., Heidi Klum and, for the first time ever, Simon Cowell as judges. Judd, who is best known as a former dancer for Michael Jackson, dancing with him on his Dangerous and HIStory world tours, will help seek out the best dancers in America for AGT. From ballet to hip-hop and ballroom to tap, America’s Got Talent is seeking dancers across all genres for their chance to compete on live television. AGT will be hosting a private audition with Cris in Los Angeles on Feb. 23. Solo and group dance acts can now submit their videos online at www.AGTAuditions.com/dance for consideration to perform at the private audition. Here, the fleet-footed dancer shares his favorite spots in Los Angeles with Haute Living.Â
Where were you born: Abilene, Texas
How long in LA: 21 years
Neighborhood: Hollywood Hills
Occupation: Choreographer/Actor/Director/Mentor/Husband/Dad
Favorite Restaurant: Mr. Chow
Best Sushi: Sushi Sasabune or Yumi
Best Italian: The Restaurant at Mr. C’s
Best dessert: Sweet Lady Jane after dinner cuz they stay open late
Best place for a romantic date: Il Piccolino
Best Sunday brunch: Soho House
Best place for a power business meeting: The Peninsula Hotel
If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? Hotel Bel-Air
Favorite shopping venue/boutique: The Village at Topanga Canyon
Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: McNeal & Grunberg
Best Spa: Montage
Favorite Charity Event: The Make A Wish Foundation
Best Steakhouse: Cut or Maestros
Best Pizza: Pizzeria Mozza
Best Lunch: Malibu Pier Cafe
Best Gym/Athletic Facility: The Best Gym is being outside. I love to surf and play golf
Best Massage: Not sure, I need to get more massages! Haha
Best Limousine/Driving Service: California Choice Limo, LLC
Best Museum/Exhibit: LACMA. The best exhibit I’ve been to in LA was Ashes and Snow exhibit that was in Santa Monica Beach
Describe your city in three words: It’s my home
Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Now that I have a daughter, DISNEYLAND!!!!!
All-around favorite spot in Los Angeles: Any golf course or the beach
Best Aspect of Los Angeles: Anything is possible in Los Angeles
