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Local News ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Runner-Ups Seek Second Shot K yle Massey can currently be seen on Dancing with the Stars: The Live Show in Las Vegas at the Tropicana Hotel. The multi-talented enter- tainer came in 2nd in the 11th sea- son of “Dancing with the Stars” on ABC-TV. Kyle is also the voice of Milo in the Disney animated series “Fish Hooks”. But he is perhaps best known for his starring role on Disney’s “That’s So Raven” and on its spinoff sitcom “Cory in the House.” Kyle recently starred in the Dis- ney Channel Original Movie “Life Is Ruff.” And he and his brother, Chris, are also accom- plished rappers in a group called “The Massey Boyz.” Here, Kyle talks about his quest to become the 13th contestant on the 15th season of ABC’s Danc- ing with the Stars: All Star Edi- tion. KW: Hi Kyle, why do you want to compete in the Dancing with the Stars All-Star edition? After all, you and your partner Lacey Schwimmer were runner-ups in Season 11. KM: Lacey and I want to com- pete in this competition more than anything! Being runner-up was amazing, but I think I’ve picked up a couple skills that would help me win. KW: How can your fans help you get back on? KM: Go to ABC.COM and VOTE KYLE! VOTE KYLE! from the judges she made a HUGE improvement. I think she is amaz- ing on and off the hardwood! C ELEBRITY I NTERVIEW KW: If you get back on, will you ask to be paired with Lacey again? KM: Without a doubt I would want to be paired with Lacey! She’s the reason I came in second and I believe the two of us togeth- er are a force. by Kam Williams KW: Is there any question no one ever asks you, that you wish someone would? KM: Yeah, “Where did you find your breathtaking swagger?” KW: What is your guiltiest pleasure? KM: That One Direction song about being beautiful. Ha-ha, it’s swag! KW: The bookworm Troy John- son question: What was the last book you read? KM: Does Twitter count? [LOL] I think it was “The Out- siders” forever ago. KW: What is your favorite dish to cook? KM: Spaghetti! Kyle Massey KW: How do you explain how well Bristol Palin did when you were on the show in spite of low scores from the judges? A lot of people were flabbergasted that she came in third. KM: Bristol came a long way. Even with the low scores KW: The Sanaa Lathan ques- tion: What excites you? KM: Parties. Kyle Massey with his dancing partner Lacey Schwimmer trophy. KW: When you look in the mir- ror, what do you see? KM: I see someone who wants to go home with that mirror ball Kyle recently starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie ‘Life Is Ruff.’ And he and his brother, Chris, are also accomplished rappers in a group called ‘The Massey Boyz’ KW: If you could have one wish instantly granted, what would that be for? KM: To have the power of Super Man! KW: The Ling-Ju Yen question: What is your earliest childhood memory? KM: Sleeping under the Christ- mas tree waiting for Santa. your footsteps? KM: Just stay focused and always believe in yourself. Keep moving toward your goal no mat- ter what. KW: Thanks again for the time, Kyle, and best of luck getting back on Dancing with the Stars. KM: Thank you so much for the support, Kam. And remember: VOTE KYLE! KW: What advice do you have for anyone who wants to follow in C O M M U N I T Y C A L E N D A R S EATTLE 2012 Friday – Sunday August 10 -12 If you have an event you want to share with the community, email it two weeks in advance to The Skanner at info@theskanner.com Friday – Saturday August 10 -11 SOULCHECK. You are invited to a free all-night family-friendly multicultural worship experience. Come out and enjoy a great night with family and friends and leave forever changed. 7 p.m. Aug. 10 and ends Saturday Aug. 11 at 7 a.m. Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th St. Bellevue, WA Page 2 The Seattle Skanner August 8, 2012 A TASTE OF EDMONDS 2012. Stop by to check out over 40 food booths, over 70 arts & crafts booths and much more. Plus 3 stages of fabulous entertainment including the kids’ stage. Friday admission is free until 3 p.m. then $3 for the other times. Friday thru Sunday starting at 10 a.m. all three days. Saturday & Sunday August 11 – 12 EVERYTHING FOR EVERYONE! Free 2-day music and politics festival to take place in Seattle: Organizers, speakers, musicians, artists, rebels and activists from across the country. Saturday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Jefferson park, 4165 16th Ave S. Sunday 4 – 7 p.m. Seattle First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 1111 Harvard Ave. also on Sunday 8:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Highline Bar (Capitol Hill) 210 Broadway East. Sunday August 12 CELEBRATE THE CONSERVATORY CENTENNIAL AT VICTORIAN DAY IN VOLUNTEER PARK! Victorian Day features music, horse and carriage rides, bubble fun and much more. 1 – 6 p.m. Volunteer Park, 1400 E. Galer St. on Capitol Hill. Saturday August 18 CENTRAL AREA COMMUNITY FESTIVAL. This one day event will showcase the positive features of the Central Area community with the corporations of local businesses and organizations that will provide resources and educational services to the community. All day event. Garfield Community Center, 2323 E. Cherry St. Sunday August 19 OTHELLO PARK INTERNATIONAL MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL. Pack up the family and come down to Othello Park in South Seattle. Lots of music, vendors, food, entertainment and much more. 4351 S. Othello St. All day long event.
