Alex Wong (Dancer) Biography: Instagram, Age, Height, Net Worth, Awards, Parents

Alex Wong is a proud Canadian dancer, actor, and singer whose electrifying talent has made him a star in both Canada and the USA, showcasing the power of hard work and passion.

His journey took him from the American Ballet Theatre to the Miami City Ballet, where he became a principal soloist, before captivating audiences as a Top 10 finalist on So You Think You Can Dance.

Profile

• Full Name: Alexander Dustin King Wei Wong
• Stage Name: Alex Wong
• Born: November 13, 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
• Nationality: Canadian
• Occupation: Dancer, Actor, Singer, Choreographer
• Height: 5’8” (1.73 m)
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Jeremy Wong
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $2 million to $5 million

Early Life & Education

Alex Wong was born on November 13, 1986, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

His parents, immigrants from Guangdong, China, raised him with a strong work ethic, instilling in him a Chinese-Canadian identity that shaped his character.

His Asian heritage made him feel commercial dance wasn’t realistic due to limited representation, so he focused on ballet, where diversity was more visible.

Alex studied at the Goh Ballet Academy in Vancouver, starting ballet at age 10 after training in tap and jazz. He earned the Royal Academy of Dancing Solo Seal, a prestigious achievement.

His training culminated in his winning the Prix de Lausanne in 2004 at the age of 17, making him the first Canadian to achieve this honor.

Career

Alex Wong’s career began with ballet, joining the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company in 2004 after winning the Prix de Lausanne.

In 2005, he joined the Miami City Ballet, rising to principal soloist by 2007, and performed lead roles in Balanchine classics such as Rubies and Tarantella.

In 2009, he auditioned for So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD) Season 6, making the Top 20 but leaving due to conflicts with his Miami City Ballet contract.

In 2010, he returned for Season 7, reaching the Top 10 before a snapped Achilles tendon forced him to withdraw.

His SYTYCD performances, choreographed by Mia Michaels and Tabitha & Napoleon D’umo, won Emmy Awards. After recovering, Alex signed with Bloc Talent Agency and debuted on TV in Smash (2012), directed by Steven Spielberg.

He appeared in Glee (2009), The Voice, Dancing with the Stars, and danced en pointe for Taylor Swift at the VMAs.

His Broadway debut as Sniper in Disney’s Newsies (2011–2012) won two Tony Awards. Film credits include The Greatest Showman (2017), Isn’t It Romantic (2019), A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014), and Ted 2 (2015), where he did motion-capture work.

He played Kim in Flesh & Bone (2015) and appeared in Peter Pan Live!, Annie Live!, Fosse/Verdon, Schmigadoon, and In the Heights (2021).

Awards & Nominations

• Won: Prix de Lausanne Apprentice Scholarship (2004, first Canadian to win)
• Won: Two Junior World Titles in Tap and Showdance (2000)
• Won: Royal Academy of Dancing Solo Seal
• Won: Audience Choice Award, Genee International Ballet Competition (2003)
• Won: Bronze Medal, Genee International Ballet Competition (2003)
• Won: ACCA Award for Outstanding Original Chorus, Newsies (2011–2012)
• Part of: Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography, So You Think You Can Dance (2010, for pieces choreographed by Mia Michaels and Tabitha & Napoleon D’umo)
• Part of: Two Tony Awards for Newsies (Best Choreography, Best Original Score, 2012)
• Nominated: Six additional Tony Awards for Newsies (2012)
• Nominated: Grammy Award for Newsies cast album (2012)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @alexdwong
• TikTok handle: @alexdwong
• Facebook: Alex Wong
• Twitter handle: @alexdwong

Personal Life

Alex Wong, 38, lives in New York City and is in a relationship, as mentioned in a 2020 interview where he noted staying with his boyfriend during the pandemic.

His partner’s name is not public, reflecting his private nature. He stands at 5’8” (1.73 m), with a dynamic presence suited for ballet and commercial dance.

Net Worth

Alex Wong’s net worth is estimated to be between $2 million and $5 million.

His income comes from performances in Newsies, The Greatest Showman, Ozark, and other TV/film projects, as well as choreography, teaching at dance conventions, and residuals from commercials for Trident, Microsoft, and McDonald’s.

Filmography

• A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014) – Ensemble
• Ted 2 (2015) – Motion-capture for Ted
• The Greatest Showman (2017) – Ensemble
• Isn’t It Romantic (2019) – Ensemble
• In the Heights (2021) – Ensemble
• So You Think You Can Dance (2009, Season 6, Top 20; 2010, Season 7, Top 8; recurring All-Star)
• Smash (2012) – Dance Ensemble
• Glee (2009–2015) – Guest Dancer
• The Voice – Guest Dancer
• Dancing with the Stars – Guest Dancer
• American Idol (Season 11, Semi-Finalist)
• Flesh & Bone (2015) – Kim
• Peter Pan Live! (2014) – Ensemble
• Annie Live! (2021) – Ensemble
• Fosse/Verdon (2019) – Guest Dancer
• Schmigadoon (2021–2023) – Ensemble
• Disney’s Hip Hop Nutcracker – Ensemble
• The Ellen Show – Guest Dancer
• Crazy Ex-Girlfriend – Guest Dancer
• Drunk History – Guest Dancer
• Newsies (2011–2012, Broadway) – Sniper
• The King and I (Broadway) – Ensemble
• Someone Spectacular (2024, Off-Broadway) – Ensemble

Discography

• Crave (2011, dance single)