Originally from Malta, 23-year-old Emanuel came to England three years ago after winning a TV talent show where the prize was a scholarship to Bodyworks in Cambridge where he is now a student.

Initially Emanuel’s traditional Maltese family were wary about his decision to pursue a career in performance but, after they came to watch him in his first solo performance at college, his Dad told him that he had never been more proud. Emanuel would love to go all the way in DanceX because dancing opportunities in Malta are rare and he longs to succeed so that his parents can come and support him and be proud.