Adam Shankman

Personal Info

Birthday

November 27, 1964

(60 years old)

Place of Birth

Los Angeles, California, USA

Also Known As

Adam Michael Shankman

Adam Shankman

Biography

Adam Michael Shankman (born November 27, 1964) is an American film director, producer, writer, dancer, author, actor, and choreographer. He was a permanent judge on seasons 6–7 of So You Think You Can Dance.

He began his professional career in musical theatre. He was a dancer in music videos for Paula Abdul and Janet Jackson. Shankman has choreographed dozens of films and directed several feature-length films, including A Walk to Remember, Bringing Down the House, The Pacifier, and the musicals Hairspray, Rock of Ages and Disenchanted.

Known For

The Pacifier

Scream 2

Disenchanted

A Walk to Remember

Step Up

Hairspray

Cheaper by the Dozen 2

Stuck on You

Filmography

2022
Disenchanted
as Grump Vendor / Kip / Skip
2012
Singin' in the Rain: Raining on a New Generation
as Self
2011
A Place for Us: West Side Story's Legacy
as Self
2008
Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History
as Self
2007
Hairspray
as Talent Agent
Portrait of a Choreographer
as Self
2006
Step Up
as Nightclub Dancer
2005
Cheaper by the Dozen 2
as Clam Bake Chef
The Pacifier
as Driving Instructor
2003
Stuck on You
as Choreographer / Waiter
2002
A Walk to Remember
as Medical Assistant
1997
Scream 2
as Ghost Dancer
1995
Monster Mash: The Movie
as Wolfie the Werewolf
1992
The Gun in Betty Lou's Handbag
as Timid Man
1990
Rockula
as Driver
Midnight Cabaret
as Waiter