FLY LADY DI | Multi-disciplinary artist, choreographer, dancer
City: Toronto
Instagram: @flyladydi
Previous work: MMVAs with Jason Derulo, Honey with Jessica Alba, MC Lyte, Pharrell, the Clipse, Ciara, Fall Out Boy, Fabolous
Diana Reyes, also known as Fly Lady Di (she/her), is a Toronto-born multi-disciplinary artist celebrated for her dynamic contributions as a street dance artist and DJ. Rooted in her Filipino heritage, Diana seamlessly merges ancestral traditions with contemporary artistic expressions, manifesting through captivating dance choreography, innovative performance art, and witty joke crafting.
Diana’s creative journey has garnered international recognition, with notable highlights including her involvement in projects like Honey (Universal) and Fall Out Boy‘s iconic ‘Dance Dance’ music video. Her magnetic stage presence has led her to collaborate with illustrious names such as Ciara, Jason Derulo, Pharrell’s Clipse, MC Lyte, and BlackSTREET, amplifying her influence on the global entertainment scene.
Media platforms from etalk to Dance Current, Toronto Life to Toronto Star, have all showcased Diana’s remarkable talent, underscoring her profound impact on both North American and international artistic landscapes. Her artistry knows no bounds, spanning continents from Europe to Asia and South America, powered by the support of federal, provincial, and municipal arts institutions.
With an unwavering commitment to her craft, Diana Reyes continues to expand her horizons. Her exploration of pre-colonial Filipino culture promises to infuse her work with newfound depth and resonance. As she delves into this transformative journey, her dual residence in Montreal and Toronto serves as a testament to her enduring connection to her roots.
More about Fly Lady Di
What is your biggest professional achievement?
“Dancing at the MMVAs is a lot of Canadian dancers’ dreams and I realized that dream with Jason Derulo. I worked with a lot of artists from MC Lyte, Pharrell, the Clipse, Ciara, Fall Out Boy, Fabolous, Tweet and countless others and was in the movie Honey with Jessica Alba.”
What obstacles/challenges have you had to face to get to where you are today?
“Not being American, not having technical training, feeling strangely in the middle not being White, or Black, feeling like I don’t belong. Also not having financial stability was rough but once I decided I wasn’t going to be a broke artist, everything changed.”
What’s something people should know about you?
“That I’m actually a really quiet person and I’m very serious most of the time. I may seem like a really outgoing, social person but deep down I’m a quiet loner who likes to read and write.”
