Jan Ravnik, the Slovenian dancer who has gained popularity since his inclusion in The Eras Tour by Taylor Swift, has impressed fans with his talent and charisma. He was one of the 16 dancers who accompanied the singer on the opening night of the tour in Glendale, Arizona.
Thrilled by the opportunity, Ravnik expressed on social media: “I can’t put into words how I feel after the opening night of Eras Tour. I never thought a boy from a small town in Slovenia could go this far, but here we are.”
His fame grew even more when he appeared in the film Eras Tour, released in October 2023. During the European leg of the tour, Ravnik surprised everyone by performing a duet with Taylor Swift on the song Fortnight, which created excitement among the fans. “Jan filling in for Post Malone at Fortnight! Everything was just amazing,” celebrated a fan on social media.
Jan Ravnik shines at the Oscars Awards
On March 2nd, Ravnik made headlines again, this time for his participation in the 2025 Oscars. During the tribute to James Bond, he was part of the group of dancers and, alongside Margaret Qualley, captured attention with his performance. The dancer was also featured in the performances of Lisa and Queen Latifah.
On his Instagram account, Ravnik shared exclusive behind-the-scenes photos, commenting: “WHAT A NIGHT! I’m still pinching myself after last night! Performing alongside Margaret Qualley, Conan O’Brien, and Lisa at the Oscars was a dream come true.”
The Professional Journey of Ravnik
Born in Slovenia in 1997, Jan Ravnik began his dance career in his home country before moving to New York, where he studied at the Joffrey Ballet School. Before joining Eras Tour, he garnered titles in national, European, and world competitions, being recognized twice as the Best Dancer in Slovenia and awarded by the Slovenian Olympic Committee as Best Coach/Choreographer.
Ravnik has worked with artists such as Paula Abdul, Mariah Carey, Bruno Mars, and Luis Fonsi. Additionally, he has shared his choreographies on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, and taught a masterclass at the Joffrey Ballet School in January 2024.