Fresno's famous 'dancing teacher' appears on Ellen Show

Austin Lemay, who went viral on TikTok a month ago for his dance moves, was gifted $10,000 on The Ellen Show.
Saturday, January 22, 2022
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The Fresno Unified teacher who is now a TikTok sensation for his dancing is back with his 'throwback moves'.

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Tenaya Middle School's Campus Culture Director Austin Lemay is getting national attention more than a month after going viral.
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He's not only getting millions of views and even some attention from celebrities like Snoop Dogg, but now he's on the Ellen Show.

Lemay says his position on campus allows him to do exactly what he loves - connecting with students.

VIDEO: This California teacher's viral dance moves took TikTok by storm
This teacher's viral dance moves took TikTok by storm


The Ellen Show guest host Adam Devine surprised the teacher.
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In order to help him continue his inspiring work with his students, he received $10,000.

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