C Anthony Parker on Giving Back in Charleston

I’m at Charleston’s local Dancing with the Stars event with C. Anthony Parker, and the place is packed with a Studio 54 disco theme. He’s in costume with platform shoes and explains this is a hometown fundraiser that supports United Way, not the national TV show. He shares why he signed up: it gives him a clear way to give back, learn something new, and have fun while serving the community. He talks through what it takes behind the scenes, from training with choreographer Jamie Walker to getting in shape to dance for several minutes straight, plus working with his partner Shay Paul and a DJ who customizes their track. He also drops a lesson from early in the process: don’t make assumptions, do your best and keep moving. He tells people how to support the cause by voting for couple number five and following him on Facebook for updates on the lead-up events around town.