Biography

Dandria "Dani Jo" Williams is a Chicago-based actress, choreographer, and creative director with credits including The Bear (FX), Dark Matter (Apple TV+), and national commercials. A Columbia College Chicago alum, she brings a unique blend of classical, street, and interpretive dance to her work on screen and stage.

As a choreographer, she has collaborated with celebrated artists such as Ravyn Lenae, T. L. Williams, Peter Jericho, and Syleena Johnson, and served as head choreographer for The Harold Washington Cultural Center and instructor at The Joffrey Ballet. She is also the visionary behind Rubygld Smoke, her solo music and visual performance project.

Dandria continues to expand her TV and film portfolio while championing movement-driven storytelling and cultural representation
- IMDb mini biography by: The Dani Jo Company