Thirteen-year-old dancer Martim Amorim, from Póvoa de Varzim, has won the first edition of the television dance competition Siga a Dança on Portuguese channel RTP 1.
The teenager secured victory last weekend after taking to the stage to deliver an emotional routine set to Frank Sinatra's classic song My Way, winning over the judging panel.
Following the winning performance, jury president Cifrão praised the young contestant, stating that it was inexplicable how a child of his age could show so much truth in what he does. Fellow jury member Isabela Valadeiro also reacted with enthusiasm, telling Amorim that his routine was unbelievable and calling him incredible.
Speaking to publication Boa Onda after his win, Amorim admitted that he felt very proud of himself, his mother, and his aunt. He explained that dance is not always properly recognized, which made his victory particularly gratifying.
Family Influence and Early Career
Amorim was inspired to take up dance at just three years old after watching his mother and aunt perform. He fell in love with the discipline due to its variety of styles and the opportunity it gave him to express his emotions.
Talent runs in the young performer's family. His mother serves as his dance teacher, while his aunt works as a professional dancer.
RTP 1 is the primary public television channel in Portugal, operated by national broadcaster Rádio e Televisão de Portugal. Siga a Dança launched as a prime-time talent competition designed to showcase emerging dancers from across the country.
World Titles and Talent Show Success
Despite his young age, Amorim is already a four-time World Champion in dance. He has built a long history of competitive success both in Portugal and internationally.
In 2026, he won Got Talent Spain as part of a group dance performance. He previously reached the finals of Got Talent Portugal on two separate occasions, competing in 2021 and in 2024.
School Excellence and Future Plans
Off stage, Amorim is an honor roll student about to enter the eighth grade. He acknowledged that balancing his academic studies with intensive dance training and competition schedules requires significant effort.
His favorite subjects at school include mathematics, English, and physical education. Although his long-term career goals are not yet fully decided, he noted that dance will almost certainly remain a key hobby while he continues to dream of achieving broader national and international recognition.
