Adam Shankman Brief Biography

Adam Michael Shankman (born November 27, 1964) is an American film director, producer, dancer, actor, and choreographer. He has been a judge on the television program So You Think You Can Dance since Season 3. He began his professional career in musical theater, and was a dancer in music videos for Paula Abdul and Janet Jackson. Shankman has choreographed numerous films as well as one of the Spice Girls' tours. He has directed several feature-length films, including A Walk to Remember, Bringing Down the House, and the 2007 remake of Hairspray.

Adam Shankman News

• 'So You Think You Can Dance' host Cat Deeley talks about the new season (Part 2)
• 'So You Think You Can Dance' host Cat Deeley talks about the new season
• 'So You Think You Can Dance' to debut tenth season May 14 on Fox