Draft:Llyrio Boateng
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Comment: IMDb is user-generated, and therefore not a reliable source. Metro is also not considered reliable. The Sun is actually deprecated and must not be cited. Sources 1 and 4 only mention Boateng in passing, and source 9 is insufficiently cited so I cannot check it (in any case, it alone wouldn't be of much use in terms of establishing notability). DoubleGrazing (talk) 18:05, 13 December 2024 (UTC)
Llyrio Boateng | |
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 Llyrio Boateng photographed by Dominic Charles Farrell | |
| Born | Llyrio George-Broni Boateng |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Writer, Director, Model |
| Notable work | Strictly Confidential |
Llyrio Boateng
[edit]Llyrio George-Broni Boateng is a British actor, writer, director, model, and former professional dancer. He is best known for his work in the film Strictly Confidential (2024), his appearances in high-profile television and music video productions, and his work in live stage performances alongside global artists.
Early Life and Training
[edit]Boateng trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama in voice acting and pursued ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance training at City & Islington Arts and Business from 2007 to 2009. His foundational work in the performing arts led to a versatile career spanning film, television, stage, and music.
Acting Career
[edit]In 2024, Boateng starred in Strictly Confidential, a thriller directed by Damian Hurley, alongside Elizabeth Hurley. The film received significant attention for its dramatic narrative and ensemble cast, and Boateng's performance was highlighted as a key contribution to its success during its London premiere.[1]
The film's premiere garnered media coverage in publications such as Variety, Metro, The Sun, and Irish News.[2][3][4]
Dance Career
[edit]As a professional dancer, Boateng performed in music videos for renowned artists, including:
- Katy Perry – Unconditionally[5]
- Kylie Minogue – Get Outta My Way[6]
- Cheryl Cole – Parachute[7]
- Paloma Faith – Upside Down[8]
He has also performed live for some of the world’s biggest stars, including:
- Ariana Grande at the VMA Awards (performing alongside Nicki Minaj), where he appeared on the large screen backdrop while the dancers cycled on stationary bikes in a highly memorable performance.[9]
- Rihanna at the Donbass Stadium in Ukraine
- Kylie Minogue on the Aphrodite Promo Tour, where he performed in Paris, Germany, Mexico, Egypt, and several other locations worldwide
- Leona Lewis on Red or Black
Television Career
[edit]Boateng has appeared in multiple television projects as a performer, including:
- X-Factor (as a dancer)
- Britain’s Got Talent (as a dancer)
- Children In Need 2009 (as a dancer)
- Sing If You Can (2011, as a dancer)
- Born to Shine (2011, as a dancer)
- The One Show (Children In Need special) (as a dancer)
- The Alan Titchmarsh Show (as a dancer)
- Dancing on Ice (with Marcus Collins)
- The Chatty Man Show with Kylie Minogue and The Saturdays
- XLR8 - Peter Andre's UK Arena Tour
- So You Think You Can Dance (Blue) (as a dancer)
Boateng also appeared in the promo ad for David Walliams' The Nightly Show, where he played the naked butler (referred to in the article as Butler in the Buff), alongside the British comedian and Britain's Got Talent judge. The promo was a hit with audiences and was widely covered in media outlets such as The Sun.[10]
References
[edit]- ^ "Strictly Confidential: Review." Variety, 2024. Available at: [1](https://variety.com/2024/film/reviews/strictly-confidential-review-1235960079/).
- ^ "Elizabeth Hurley Felt Liberated Filming Sex Scene Directed by Son Damian Hurley." Metro, 2024. Available at: [2](https://metro.co.uk/2024/03/17/elizabeth-hurley-felt-liberated-filming-sex-scene-directed-son-20480325/).
- ^ "Elizabeth Hurley Attends Son’s Film Premiere with Star-Studded Cast." The Sun, 2024. Available at: [3](https://www.thesun.co.uk).
- ^ "Damian Hurley’s Directorial Debut Supported by Mother Elizabeth." Irish News, 2024. Available at: [4](https://www.irishnews.com).
- ^ "Katy Perry: Unconditionally." IMDb. Available at: [5](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6804746/?ref_=nm_flmg_job_1_cdt_t_2).
- ^ "Kylie Minogue: Get Outta My Way." IMDb. Available at: [6](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6880978/?ref_=nm_flmg_job_1_cdt_t_4).
- ^ "Cheryl Cole: Parachute." IMDb. Available at: [7](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7088746/?ref_=nm_flmg_job_1_cdt_t_5).
- ^ "Paloma Faith: Upside Down." IMDb. Available at: [8](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11481434/?ref_=nm_flmg_job_1_cdt_t_3).
- ^ "Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj Perform at the VMA Awards." MTV, 2024.
- ^ "David Walliams Stars in Hilarious New Trailer for The Nightly Show with a Butler in the Buff." The Sun, 2017. Available at: [9](https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/2889438/britains-got-talent-judge-david-walliams-stars-in-hilarious-new-trailer-for-the-nightly-show-with-a-butler-in-the-buff/).