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This Dance Dad's Devotion Is What Father's Day Is All About
by Dance Teacher
June 17, 2018

When 2-year-old Bella Daniels had a moment of stage fright at her first dance recital’s dress rehearsal, her father, Marc Daniels, came to her rescue. And the super dad didn’t miss a beat. He jumped right into the sweet ballet number like an old pro, all with a baby on his hip. Impressive.


Watch the adorable recovery mission below.

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