Mel and Iara

Iara is from Brazil and I speak Brazilian Portuguese. I asked her to dance in Portuguese. We've seen each other almost every day since then.

Placed 17th

in their group

We would like to thank you for supporting Mel and Iara in this year's competition. Your participation allows us to aid both the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Oceana in their respective missions to support hunger relief and ocean conservation.

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How did your love story begin?

Met at a dance, gave her a ride home and we've seen each other every day since. It was truly love at first sight. It was as we had known each other our whole lives.

What is your favorite memory you've shared as a couple?

For my birthday she decorated the whole room, had a cake balloons, and several specialty foods from Brazil. Birthdays are a big celebration in Brazil. She made my birthday the most special one ever.

What would you do with $20,000?

We would spend it on the down payment for a house to start our life's journey together.

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