America’s Got Talent Star Cris Judd’s Haute Secrets to LA

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. 

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