Navigating ballet recitals can be a bit scary for little ballerinas, but one father went above and beyond to make sure his daughter’s first performance was perfect.
When Tiana Paopao’s 3-year-old daughter, Willow, took the stage for her very first ballet recital, her father, Tony, quickly stepped up to stand by her side. Dressed in an adorable black tutu and a matching long-sleeve turtleneck, Tony joined Willow on stage, creating a magical father-daughter moment.
Capturing the heartwarming scene, Tiana shared a video on both her Instagram and TikTok accounts. The footage showcased Tony twirling his daughter and lifting her gently as she adorned a pink, sparkly tutu.
Willow began her ballet journey in October, and her passion for dance has only grown stronger, according to Tiana’s recent interview. Tiana also mentioned that Tony diligently takes their daughter to ballet practice every Saturday, followed by a delightful tradition of indulging in ice cream.
Tiana’s TikTok post, reshared for its sheer cuteness, garnered over 24 million views. Her caption read, “He’s the best daddy a girl could have.”
Viewers flooded the comment section with words of encouragement, praising Tony for his unwavering support for his daughter. One viewer expressed, “We love a dedicated girl dad!!!!” while another remarked, “THIS will be a core memory for her. Way to go, Dad! She’s glowing!!!”