History of Mark Ballas in Timeline
Mark Ballas is an American dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, musician, and actor. He is best known for his work as a professional dancer on the television show Dancing with the Stars, where he won two seasons. Beyond dancing, Ballas has released original music as a singer-songwriter and musician, showcasing his artistic versatility. He has also ventured into acting, further demonstrating his diverse talents across multiple entertainment fields.
May 24, 1986: Mark Ballas's Birth
On May 24, 1986, Mark Alexander Ballas Jr. was born. He is an American dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, musician, and actor.
2005: "Performer of the Year" Award
In 2005, Mark Ballas was awarded "Performer of the Year".
October 30, 2007: Elimination from Dancing with the Stars
On October 30, 2007, Mark Ballas and his partner Sabrina Bryan were voted off 'Dancing with the Stars'.
2007: Debut on Dancing with the Stars
In 2007, Mark Ballas started as a professional dancer on ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars'. He won the series three times and received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination in 2011 for his choreography on the show.
August 25, 2008: Partnership with Kim Kardashian on Dancing with the Stars
On August 25, 2008, it was announced that Mark Ballas would be paired with Kim Kardashian for the seventh season of 'Dancing with the Stars'.
September 30, 2008: Elimination from Dancing with the Stars
On September 30, 2008, Mark Ballas and his partner Kim Kardashian were the third couple eliminated from 'Dancing with the Stars', finishing in eleventh place.
October 2008: Guest Appearance on Samantha Who
In October 2008, Mark Ballas made a guest appearance on the season premiere of 'Samantha Who'.
May 19, 2009: Victory on Dancing with the Stars
On May 19, 2009, Mark Ballas and his partner Shawn Johnson won the eighth season of 'Dancing with the Stars'.
March 30, 2010: Elimination from Dancing with the Stars
On March 30, 2010, Mark Ballas and his partner Shannen Doherty were the first couple eliminated from season 10 of 'Dancing with the Stars'.
March 2011: Release of HurtLoveBox
In March 2011, Mark Ballas released his first solo CD, 'HurtLoveBox'.
November 2015: Engagement to BC Jean
In November 2015, Mark Ballas got engaged to BC Jean after dating for three years.
2015: Formation of Alexander Jean
In 2015, Mark Ballas and his wife BC Jean formed the American pop rock duo 'Alexander Jean'.
September 6, 2016: Cast as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys
On September 6, 2016, Mark Ballas was announced as the final actor to portray Frankie Valli in the Broadway cast of 'Jersey Boys' before it closed in 2017.
November 25, 2016: Marriage to BC Jean
On November 25, 2016, Mark Ballas married BC Jean in Malibu, California.
2017: Closure of Jersey Boys
In 2017, Mark Ballas portrayed Frankie Valli in the broadway cast of 'Jersey Boys' until it closed.
September 11, 2018: Portrayal of Charlie Price in Kinky Boots
From September 11, 2018, Mark Ballas portrayed Charlie Price in the musical 'Kinky Boots' on Broadway.
November 2018: Nomination as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month
In November 2018, Alexander Jean was nominated as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month.
November 18, 2018: End of Kinky Boots Run
On November 18, 2018, Mark Ballas's run as Charlie Price in the musical 'Kinky Boots' on Broadway came to an end.
July 2022: Appearance as Harry in Hollywood Bowl Production of Kinky Boots
In July 2022, Mark Ballas appeared as Harry in the Hollywood Bowl production of 'Kinky Boots'.
November 5, 2023: Birth of Son
On November 5, 2023, Mark Ballas and BC Jean's son was born.
November 18, 2025: Elimination During Semifinals of Dancing with the Stars
On November 18, 2025, Mark Ballas and his partner Whitney Leavitt were eliminated during the semifinals of season 34 of 'Dancing with the Stars', finishing in sixth place.
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