Surviving a tragic traffic accident in Samaná but losing his right leg when he was 16 years old in a motorcycle accident in Samaná, young dancer José Luis Gutiérrez performed at the Spain’s Got Talent reality show last week and landed a ticket to the semi-finals with a mesmerizing dance performance that ended with his posting the sign “No Limits.” He was commended for his capacity to adapt. Gutiérrez is from San Francisco de Macoris.
Gutiérrez says that he won the spot, despite a stressful day that had begun at 5am and came to a climax when at 2am he performed for the live audience. He said his dance tells his story. He said he has to train the double, but loves to dance.
His perseverance has made a difference. He explained the first prosthesis he received was not working and he almost quit. Despite the many rejections and difficulties in his first year, he said his perseverance made a difference, and doors began to open. Fortunately, a mentor sent him to Orlando, Florida where he was fitted with his present prosthesis that has made all the difference.
Different TV shows in Santo Domingo presented his story, requesting sponsorship so he could return to Spain for the next phase. An important local government contractor, Grupo Malespín, offered backing for his trip to Spain.
This is not Gutiérrez’s first big win. In Santo Domingo, he was the winner of the popular vote of the Sueño Ser Artista section of the Soberano Awards in 2018.
See him dance:
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4 February 2019
