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| birth_name = Amanda Michelle Jiroux
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| birth_place = [[Phoenix, Arizona]]
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| associated_acts = The Beach Girl5, [[Justin Bieber]], [[Miley Cyrus]]
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'''Mandy Jiroux''', born ''Amanda Michelle Jiroux'', is an American singer, dancer, actor, choreographer, and DJ, known for co-developing The Miley and Mandy Show with [[Miley Cyrus]], and for her popular dance tutorial YouTube channel.<ref name="refinery">Todd, Carolyn L. (3/24/16). [http://www.refinery29.com/2016/03/106707/miley-cyrus-mandy-jiroux-youtube-show#slide Refinery29 - Revisiting The Miley & Mandy Show — & What The Hell Happened To Mandy]. Refinery29.com. Retrieved 2 November 2016.</ref><ref name="iHeart">Mastrogiannis, Nicole (8/11/16). [http://www.iheart.com/news/interview-mandy-jiroux-talks-new-single-15000941/ iHeart Radio interview]. Iheart.com. Retrieved 2 November 2016.</ref>
'''Amanda "Mandy" Michelle Jiroux''' (born December 15, 1987), who goes by the stage name '''Mandy Jiroux''', is an American singer, Recording Artist, DJ, Dancer, and Actress. She has released multiple original singles and has gained popularity through her [[Youtube]] channel which features her dance routines, dance tutorials, fitness exercises, her music, and some of her personal life.


==Early and personal life==
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==Career==
Mandy's interest in dance and performance began at a young age. She was dancing competitively by the age of 3, and touring with professional choreographers throughout her school years.<ref name="livingly">Rabinovitch, Simona (12/11/14). [http://www.livingly.com/Health+Diet+Fitness/articles/QKoOe5zmR8R/What+s+Her+Secret+Mandy+Jiroux Livingly - What's Her Secret: Mandy Jiroux]. Livingly.com. Retrieved 2 November 2016.</ref> At the age of 13, she had thoughts of moving to Los Angeles to pursue dance professionally.<ref name="axs">Borders, Lindsey (11/18/15). [https://www.axs.com/news/successful-youtube-personality-mandy-jiroux-chats-debut-album-and-danc-70388 Successful YouTube personality Mandy Jiroux chats debut album and dance]. Axs.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.</ref>
Mandy Jiroux started her career at the age of 19 when she teamed up with her friend, the American Pop-Star [[Miley Cyrus]] to create a popular [[Youtube]] channel, "The Miley & Mandy Show". <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/user/mileymandy</ref> By combining humor, personal lives, and music, each video was perceived by the public in positive terms. The show itself obtained millions of views. It even helped user-generated content on [[Youtube]]. Its immediate sensation shortly turned into a predecessor to another web series that Mandy and [[Miley Cyrus]] created which was called "M&M Cru Videos". <ref>https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7E579CAAC3C53EE5</ref>. This new online sensation later went to start "The Biggest Online Dance Battle" which was a friendly online competition between director [[Jon Chu]] and [[Adam Sevani]]'s ACDC dance troupe and [[Miley Cyrus]] and Mandy Jiroux's M&M Cru.


Her brother is actor Garret Alan.<ref name="IMDB"> [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2655209/ Garret Alan on IMDB]. IMDB.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.</ref> She lives with her dog, Starfox.<ref name="refinery" />
Shortly after in 2009, Mandy went to dive into the music industry. She joined the pop group, [[The Beach Girl5]], <ref>https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBeachGirl5</ref> created by [[Rock Mafia]]'s [Tim James]] and [[Antonina Armato]]. The pop group gained international awareness, in part by being managed by [[Kris Jenner]] and appearing in a couple of episodes of [[Keeping Up With The Kardashians]]. The group released 3 singles, "Unbreakable" (2009), "Scratch" (2010), "Lay A Little Sunshine" (2011) and an EP titled ''Beach Girl5'' (2009).


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==Career==
As her musical experience broadened, she began to step out as a solo artist. Under her [[Youtube]] channel, she released multiple singles, some of which were titled "Fade Away", <ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHn-f-Sx-e0</ref> and "My Forever" <ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Biq_zwIPtm4</ref> which marked her official solo debut release. Mandy collaborated with recording artist [[Reez]] on the song "Fade Away" which reached over 500,000 plays on [[Youtube]] and was recognized by [[Armada Music|Armada]], home to other DJ's and artists like [[Armin Van Buuren]] and [[W&W]].
<!-- [[Image:Subject's earliest portrait.ext|thumb|right|Photo caption]] -->[[File:Da Gurlz.jpg|thumb|left|Mandy (second from far left) with the Beach Girl5]]
===Choreography and backup dancing===
From 2007 to 2008, Mandy served as a backup dancer for Miley Cyrus on her [[Best of Both Worlds Tour]], and the two girls became friends. In 2008, they began the Miley and Mandy show on YouTube, and their videos quickly accumulated millions of views.<ref name="blogtalk">Williams, Candace (4/15/09). [http://blog.blogtalkradio.com/blogtalkradio/miley-cyrus-bff-mandy-jiroux-our-age-difference-is-not-an-issue-but-i-am-a-better-burper-than-she-is/ Miley Cyrus’ BFF Mandy Jiroux: Our Age Difference Is NOT an Issue (but I AM a Better Burper Than She Is)]. blog.blogtalkradio.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.</ref> During this period, Mandy taught Miley how to twerk.<ref name="lifestyle">Maycock, Selina (9/26/14). [http://lifestyle.one/heat/celebrity/news/didn-t-get-sing-wear-wanted-kris-jenner-s-girl-group-says-miley-cyrus-bff-mandy/ ‘I didn’t get to sing or wear what I wanted when I was in Kris Jenner’s girl group’ says Miley Cyrus’ BFF Mandy]. lifestyle.one. Retrieved 3 November 2016.</ref>


In April of 2008, director [[Jon Chu]] and dancer [[Adam Sevani]] founded the "ACDC Dance Cru" and challenged Miley and Mandy's "M&M Cru" to a YouTube dance competition.<ref name="NYTimes"> (6/25/10). [http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/25/arts/dance/25webdance.html?_r=0 It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! No, It’s a Superdancer!]. nytimes.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.</ref> The two crews continued to release dance videos over the following months, accumulating millions of views, and culminating in a final televised dance battle at the 2008 [[Teen Choice Awards]].<ref name="wired">Watercutter, Angela (8/04/08). [https://www.wired.com/2008/08/interview-membe/ M&M Cru, ACDC Take YouTube Dance Battle to Prime Time]. wired.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.</ref>
In advance of releasing her debut solo material, last summer Mandy teamed up with fellow [[YouTube]] sensation, producer and video director [[Kurt Schneider]]. The pair collaborated in the studio to record and film a medley of 4 of the dance producer and artist [[Zedd]]’s biggest hits including "Clarity feat.[[ Foxes]]" and "Stay the Night feat. [[Hayley Williams]]" with male vocal accompaniment from [[Chester See]].<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BarB8b3sgaM</ref>

Mandy Jiroux not only posted videos of her original songs but also dance tutorials and performances. Her [[YouTube]] channel spotlight has become to be considered what is known as the “gold standard” for dance tutorials. Her interactive and rapid engagement in social media raised her subscriber base and view rates from the thousands to over 15 million.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzES1m_Mqp8</ref>

In the Summer of 2014, Mandy Jiroux shared the stage with [[DJ Cassidy]] for an opening set at [[Milwaukee]]’s [[Summerfest]] in July, billed as the world’s largest [[music festival]]. Additionally, Mandy was a featured vocalist on “Tonight” by [[Fagault & Marina]] – the Russian DJ duo responsible for the #1 dance remix of Beyonce’s “Partition”.

Mandy is still active in the music industry and is posting videos on Youtube of her dance routines, fitness exercises, and music videos which are helping her become an online sensation in the making.

==Discography==


===With The Beach Girl5===
===With The Beach Girl5===
At Miley's suggestion, Mandy applied to join the new all-girl group The Beach Girl5. Mandy was accepted into the group, along with [[Brooke Allison]], Noreen Juliano, Laura New and Dominique Domingo.<ref name="celebuzz"> (9/27/10). [http://www.celebuzz.com/2010-09-27/five-things-you-need-to-know-about-bg5/ Five Things You Need to Know About BG5]. celebuzz.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.</ref> [[Kris Jenner]] met with the group shortly after forming, and asked to become part of the band's management. The girls agreed, and Kris helped determine wardrobe and song choices, and included the band in several episodes of [[Keeping Up with the Kardashians|Keeping Up With the Kardashians]].<ref name="lifestyle" /><ref name="celebuzz" /> The group opened for Justin Bieber and [[Selena Gomez]], and released an EP and several singles, produced by [[Rock Mafia]], before disbanding.<ref name="celebuzz" />


====EPs====
===Solo career===
After The Beach Girl5, Mandy desired more creative control over her music and style.<ref name="lifestyle" />
*''Beach Girl5'' (2009)
In a 2016 interview, Mandy was quoted as saying:
{{Quote|"To transition from dancer/choreographer to a singer is just a big dream of mine. When I was backup dancing for Miley Cyrus, I remember being backstage and watching her on stage, and being like, 'I want to do that.' So, to really put my dreams out there and just go for it is really just the most exciting thing. And to see it come to life I guess I was just proud, and it's really cool."<ref name="iHeart" />}} Mandy continued her YouTube presence on her own channel dedicated to breaking down popular choreography into quick lessons. These videos have amassed millions of views, and her channel has over one million subscribers.<ref name="iHeart" /> In 2014, Mandy partnered with YouTube musicians [[Chester See]] and [[Kurt Schneider]] to release a medley music video of [[Zedd]] songs.<ref name="j14">Van De Wall, Virginia (6/12/14). [http://www.j-14.com/posts/find-out-what-mandy-jiroux-from-the-miley-and-mandy-show-is-doing-now-39271/photos/miley-and-mandy-1-42613 Find Out What Mandy Jiroux From the 'Miley and Mandy Show' Is Doing Now]. J-14.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.</ref> That same year, Mandy DJ'd and performed at the Milwaukee Summerfest, in a lineup that included [[DJ Cassidy]] and [[Arctic Monkeys]].<ref name="tapmilwaukee"> (7/05/14). [http://archive.jsonline.com/entertainment/festivals/complete-summerfest-2014-schedule-b99282613z1-261828101.html Complete Summerfest 2014 schedule]. jsonline.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.</ref> Also in 2014, Mandy was featured on "Tonight", a track by Fagault & Marina. "Tonight" later received a remix by DJ and EDM producer [[Starkillers]] <ref name="tapsongz"> (7/16/14). [http://www.tapsongz.com/mandy-jiroux
after performance at summerfest, mandy jiroux prepares new releases]. tapsongz.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.</ref><ref name="thatdrop"> (7/29/14). [http://www.thatdrop.com/starkillers-premiere-remix-tonight-fagault-marina-ft-mandy-jiroux/ Starkillers Premiere Remix of “Tonight” by Fagault & Marina ft. Mandy Jiroux]. http://www.thatdrop.com/starkillers-premiere-remix-tonight-fagault-marina-ft-mandy-jiroux/. Retrieved 7 November 2016.</ref>


In 2015, Mandy released the single "My Forever", under VarCity Productions, which was followed by "Fade Away" the next year, under [[Armada Music]].<ref name="powerhouse"> (7/17/15). [http://www.powerhousemusic.nl/releases/mandy-jiroux-feat-reez-my-forever/ Mandy Jiroux ft. Reez – My Forever]. powerhousemusic.nl. Retrieved 7 November 2016.</ref> Both tracks were collaborations with EDM duo REEZ.<ref name="housem"> (1/18/16). [http://www.housem.nl/2016/01/18/reez-teams-up-with-mandy-jiroux/ REEZ TEAMS UP WITH MANDY JIROUX]. housem.nl. Retrieved 4 November 2016.</ref>
====Singles====
*"Unbreakable" (2009)
*"Scratch" (2010)
*"Lay A Little Sunshine" (2011)


===Mandy Jiroux===
==See also==
*[[Miley Cyrus]]

====Singles====
*"Already Got a Man" (2014)
*"My Forever" (2015)

====Collaborations====
*"Fade Away" (2016) with Jeez


==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*http://www.mandyjiroux.com
* {{Official website|1=http://www.mandyjiroux.com/}}
* {{IMDb name|2989498}}
*https://www.youtube.com/user/MandyMJiroux
* [https://www.youtube.com/user/mileymandy/featured The Miley and Mandy Show official YouTube channel]

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Revision as of 21:49, 8 November 2016


Mandy Jiroux
Mandy in 2012
Mandy in 2012
Background information
Birth nameAmanda Michelle Jiroux
BornPhoenix, AZ
GenresPop, pop rock, teen pop, electro pop, dance pop
Occupation(s)Dancer, singer, DJ, actor
InstrumentVocals
Years active2006–present
LabelsVarcity Productions
Websitemandyjiroux.com

Mandy Jiroux, born Amanda Michelle Jiroux, is an American singer, dancer, actor, choreographer, and DJ, known for co-developing The Miley and Mandy Show with Miley Cyrus, and for her popular dance tutorial YouTube channel.[1][2]

Early and personal life

Mandy's interest in dance and performance began at a young age. She was dancing competitively by the age of 3, and touring with professional choreographers throughout her school years.[3] At the age of 13, she had thoughts of moving to Los Angeles to pursue dance professionally.[4]

Her brother is actor Garret Alan.[5] She lives with her dog, Starfox.[1]

Career

Mandy (second from far left) with the Beach Girl5

Choreography and backup dancing

From 2007 to 2008, Mandy served as a backup dancer for Miley Cyrus on her Best of Both Worlds Tour, and the two girls became friends. In 2008, they began the Miley and Mandy show on YouTube, and their videos quickly accumulated millions of views.[6] During this period, Mandy taught Miley how to twerk.[7]

In April of 2008, director Jon Chu and dancer Adam Sevani founded the "ACDC Dance Cru" and challenged Miley and Mandy's "M&M Cru" to a YouTube dance competition.[8] The two crews continued to release dance videos over the following months, accumulating millions of views, and culminating in a final televised dance battle at the 2008 Teen Choice Awards.[9]

With The Beach Girl5

At Miley's suggestion, Mandy applied to join the new all-girl group The Beach Girl5. Mandy was accepted into the group, along with Brooke Allison, Noreen Juliano, Laura New and Dominique Domingo.[10] Kris Jenner met with the group shortly after forming, and asked to become part of the band's management. The girls agreed, and Kris helped determine wardrobe and song choices, and included the band in several episodes of Keeping Up With the Kardashians.[7][10] The group opened for Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez, and released an EP and several singles, produced by Rock Mafia, before disbanding.[10]

Solo career

After The Beach Girl5, Mandy desired more creative control over her music and style.[7] In a 2016 interview, Mandy was quoted as saying:

"To transition from dancer/choreographer to a singer is just a big dream of mine. When I was backup dancing for Miley Cyrus, I remember being backstage and watching her on stage, and being like, 'I want to do that.' So, to really put my dreams out there and just go for it is really just the most exciting thing. And to see it come to life I guess I was just proud, and it's really cool."[2]

Mandy continued her YouTube presence on her own channel dedicated to breaking down popular choreography into quick lessons. These videos have amassed millions of views, and her channel has over one million subscribers.[2] In 2014, Mandy partnered with YouTube musicians Chester See and Kurt Schneider to release a medley music video of Zedd songs.[11] That same year, Mandy DJ'd and performed at the Milwaukee Summerfest, in a lineup that included DJ Cassidy and Arctic Monkeys.[12] Also in 2014, Mandy was featured on "Tonight", a track by Fagault & Marina. "Tonight" later received a remix by DJ and EDM producer Starkillers [13][14]

In 2015, Mandy released the single "My Forever", under VarCity Productions, which was followed by "Fade Away" the next year, under Armada Music.[15] Both tracks were collaborations with EDM duo REEZ.[16]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Todd, Carolyn L. (3/24/16). Refinery29 - Revisiting The Miley & Mandy Show — & What The Hell Happened To Mandy. Refinery29.com. Retrieved 2 November 2016.
  2. ^ a b c Mastrogiannis, Nicole (8/11/16). iHeart Radio interview. Iheart.com. Retrieved 2 November 2016.
  3. ^ Rabinovitch, Simona (12/11/14). Livingly - What's Her Secret: Mandy Jiroux. Livingly.com. Retrieved 2 November 2016.
  4. ^ Borders, Lindsey (11/18/15). Successful YouTube personality Mandy Jiroux chats debut album and dance. Axs.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.
  5. ^ Garret Alan on IMDB. IMDB.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.
  6. ^ Williams, Candace (4/15/09). Miley Cyrus’ BFF Mandy Jiroux: Our Age Difference Is NOT an Issue (but I AM a Better Burper Than She Is). blog.blogtalkradio.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.
  7. ^ a b c Maycock, Selina (9/26/14). ‘I didn’t get to sing or wear what I wanted when I was in Kris Jenner’s girl group’ says Miley Cyrus’ BFF Mandy. lifestyle.one. Retrieved 3 November 2016.
  8. ^ (6/25/10). It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! No, It’s a Superdancer!. nytimes.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.
  9. ^ Watercutter, Angela (8/04/08). M&M Cru, ACDC Take YouTube Dance Battle to Prime Time. wired.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.
  10. ^ a b c (9/27/10). Five Things You Need to Know About BG5. celebuzz.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.
  11. ^ Van De Wall, Virginia (6/12/14). Find Out What Mandy Jiroux From the 'Miley and Mandy Show' Is Doing Now. J-14.com. Retrieved 3 November 2016.
  12. ^ (7/05/14). Complete Summerfest 2014 schedule. jsonline.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.
  13. ^ (7/16/14). [http://www.tapsongz.com/mandy-jiroux after performance at summerfest, mandy jiroux prepares new releases]. tapsongz.com. Retrieved 4 November 2016.
  14. ^ (7/29/14). Starkillers Premiere Remix of “Tonight” by Fagault & Marina ft. Mandy Jiroux. http://www.thatdrop.com/starkillers-premiere-remix-tonight-fagault-marina-ft-mandy-jiroux/. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
  15. ^ (7/17/15). Mandy Jiroux ft. Reez – My Forever. powerhousemusic.nl. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
  16. ^ (1/18/16). REEZ TEAMS UP WITH MANDY JIROUX. housem.nl. Retrieved 4 November 2016.
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