Was the first American to win the Irish Dance World Championships at
the age of 17. He began dancing at the age of 11 and was told he was
too old and should not even attempt to dance competitively.
He is a chessmaster, and plays the flute at a concert level.
His legs were insured for 40 million dollars.
He is in the Guiness Book of World Records for the fast tap of 36 taps
per second.
On every show, he saves a seat for his grandmother Hannah Ryan, who was
his inspiration.