Biography

GiaNina Paolantonio was born as GiaNina Marie Paolantonio on June 10, 2005 in Oakhurst, New Jersey, USA. She is an American dancer, choreographer, singer, and actress who made her Broadway debut in Matilda the Musical (2013) at the age of nine. She appeared in the feature film The Greatest Showman (2017) and later gained national attention on Season 8 of Dance Moms (2011). Before her teens, GiaNina performed as both a Knicks City Kid and a Brooklyn Nets Kid, and she went on to tour with Mariah Carey during her All I Want for Christmas Is You concerts.

She became a member of the Big Battle Dance Crew on Season 2 of Lip Sync Battle Shorties (2016) in 2018, showcasing her versatility as a performer. In addition to her live performances, GiaNina has built a strong presence on social media, where she creates viral choreography and collaborates with music labels to launch new dance trends.

In 2025, GiaNina embarked on her first worldwide solo dance tour. She continues to choreograph and direct music videos for artists globally, cementing her reputation as one of the next generation's most dynamic talents in dance and entertainment.
- IMDb mini biography by: Anderson Group Public Relations