These days, Nigel Lythgoe is enjoying the success he’s had with creating shows, such as "American Idol" and "So You Think You Can Dance." From a young age, Lythgoe knew he wanted to entertain, and when his parents offered to pay for tap dancing lessons, he jumped at the opportunity. Lythgoe stuck with dancing, and it eventually paid off when he went on to choreograph for BBC, which led him to produce bigger shows in the U.K., such as "Pop Stars" and "Pop Idol." For Lythgoe, the chance to support people in pursuit of their dreams is the biggest payoff, so he created the American Dance Movement foundation to bring dance to those who need it most.
