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Entertainment Spotlight: Kylie Jefferson, Tiny Pretty Things

If you recently binge-watched Tiny Pretty Things, you may recognize Kylie Jefferson, who stars as Neveah. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Kylie began dancing at just four-years-old. By age six, she was the youngest student accepted to academy level at the prestigious Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA). As her passion for ballet grew, Kylie came to split her preteen summers between DADA and Washington D.C.’s Kirov Academy of Ballet. She graduated from Boston Conservatory in 2016 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in contemporary dance. Kylie’s first gig as a choreographer was for ScHoolboy Q’s “CHopstix” (featuring Grammy-Award nominee Travis Scott) which earned her a Universal Dance Awards nomination for Favorite Music Video Performance. On stage, Kylie has performed at various award shows, including the 2020 Grammy Awards and the NAACP Image Awards. 

Can you take us through a typical day on the set of Tiny Pretty Things?

Usually starting with an early morning, arriving to set around 6:30am. After eating breakfast, arrive at hair and makeup (which was a hotspot on our set, always a good time and space to soak up some love). Then I’d get into wardrobe and arrive on set to block the upcoming scene; this would be a time for me to also work with our acting coach Maria or scene partner. On dance days, we would have time set aside to warm up—with a cast ballet class for those whose schedules permitted, or on our own. I always loved to sneak away and use the Pilates reformer that was actually built as a prop for the show. We were allowed and encouraged to utilize the gym equipment props. After shooting a few scenes, I would most likely have a rehearsal, an acting session, wardrobe fitting, and lunch/dinner. Being Kylie, lol, I always slid a nap in during that time. I’d come back to set to film another scene and wrap up the day around 2am.

You’ve been dancing since you were four years old. What are the most important lessons that dance has taught you?

Work ethic.

Tapping into emotions.

“What you do in rehearsal is what you do in performance.”

How did your experience as a lifelong dancer impact how you approached the role of Neveah in Tiny Pretty Things?

For me, it was remembering some of my own experiences. Neveah also struggles with emotions Kylie never knew how to properly articulate, so there were scenes where Neveah gave me a chance to show up for moments in my life I had not healed from or handled properly.

What do you geek out about?

It’s the little things for me, chocolate chip cookies have my whole heart. Pilates is my fav! And who doesn’t love a brand new pair of pointe shoes?!!

What’s a fun fact about the making of Tiny Pretty Things that fans would be surprised to find out?

Some of the photos on Neveah’s bedroom wall at The Archer school are actually of amazing dancers I’ve known for years: Chloe Arnold (Syncopated Ladies & choreographer of Late Late Show w/ James Corden) and Ashley Nicole Mayeux (Alonzo King’s Lines Ballet, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, and Alvin Ailey). I was so thrilled to be able to include women who’ve inspired me along my journey. It was also extremely cool to be a part of the process in that way.             

Describe each of the following in one word: Who you are, what you value the most, and what you’d be if you were a food item.

Who I am: everything.

What I value most: self-love.

What I’d be if I were a food item: chocolate chip cookie!

Thanks for taking the time, Kylie! Tiny Pretty Things is now streaming on Netflix.

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(Picture I took so pls don’t steal thx! I know its not the best picture in the world but I’m trying to get better and hopefully get some good feeback?)

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Some people walk in the rain, others just get wet.

Roger Miller

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Ellie Goldstein for Allure as part of their “Beauty of Accessibility” Series on “inclusivity and representation for people with disabilities in the beauty industry and beyond.”

Read the article here and learn more about Allure’s campaign here

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Oh, I wouldn't mind, Hazel Grace. It would be a privilege to have my heart broken by you.

John Green,  The Fault in Our Stars

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Boy meets his dog after it was lost for 2 weeks 

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CRYING BYE 😭😭😭😭😭

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Let’s start this. I’m cold. I remember that most. Fragments; I’m broken. I think I was whole once. (I think. I don’t think. I react.) You’re like fire; Blue eyes that burn holes Into the cracks of my being. Like you used to warm me up, Once upon a time. Are you my personal sun? Red, white, and blue. (Your suit looks better down around your ankles.) Were you my whole world once? (I knew him.) Quick breaths, anxious nights, Don’t stop, keep quiet… I think I like the way you say my name. (I think. I don’t think. I obey.) Red like blood. White like winter. Blue like your eyes. Was I your whole world once? I’m used to you looking up at me; Submission is the sweetest power, And you look so beautiful on your back. Sweaty shudders, can’t get caught… God, yes, but keep quiet… I think I might’ve loved you once. (I think. I don’t think. I destroy.) I love your innocence. I hate your innocence. I want your blood on my hands, And your moans in my mouth. Red like a blush. White like light. Blue… Like your eyes. I think… I don’t think. (I love you.) (I hate you.) My hands are at your throat. Let’s end this.

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dang.. whoever wrote this knows how to make a person want to go and cry....

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Thank you for sharing this beautiful song with us.

사랑해 💜

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So apparently I’m most like Min Yoongi! yaaaaa!! <33

Which one are you?

https://www.buzzfeed.com/ccstars711/which-bts-member-are-you-2pj0o4c5pg

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The world is not a wish-granting factory.

John Green, The Fault in Our Stars

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Grief does not change you, Hazel. It reveals you.

John Green, The Fault in Our Stars  

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No, it is not allowed. XD

is this allowed? 🥵