From the gritty inner-city streets of Waterhouse, Jamaica, a rising dancehall talent is poised to share Jamaica’s iconic cultural movement with the world. Known professionally by his stage name Lookalike, the artist born Dexroy Sheldon Myrie has built a formidable reputation on local stages over the past decade, and is now stepping onto the international circuit with clear goals and a contagious passion for his craft.
Lookalike’s journey to dance stardom was not a linear one. In his youth, he was a dedicated football player who went by the nickname “Skillachi”, never imagining that movement and rhythm would become his life’s work. It was only after a chance introduction to the Jamaican dance scene that he fell head over heels for dancehall, abandoning the football pitch to pursue his newfound calling. His talent was spotted early by popular local dancer Colo Colo, who took Lookalike under his wing. The pair spent countless afternoons at Half-Way-Tree Skateland before Lookalike began performing at weekly showcases for local patrons, honing his signature style one set at a time.
Over the years, Lookalike has worked his way up to the biggest stages in Jamaican entertainment, turning in electrifying performances at iconic events including Montego Bay’s Reggae Sumfest and Negril’s Dream Weekend. He has also entertained audiences at school fetes, private parties and local competitions, where his slick, dynamic moves helped him claim victory in most of the contests he entered—solidifying his decision to turn dancing into a full-time career.
Like generations of Jamaican dancehall innovators before him, Lookalike cites the late legendary dancer Bogle (also known as Mr Wacky) as his core influence, inspired by Bogle’s one-of-a-kind, boundary-pushing approach to movement. Today, he holds a spot as a member of the renowned local collective GetThereSquad, and has already collaborated with a who’s who of the dancehall industry: from stars Beenie Man, Popcaan, Elephant Man and Sean Paul hopeful Skeng, to established artist-dancers Chi Ching Ching and Harry Toddler. Beyond performing the work of other choreographers, he has also created his own original dance move, dubbed “Look Out”, which is growing in popularity among local dance fans.
Now, Lookalike is setting his sights far beyond Jamaica’s borders. His first ever international performance is already locked in: he will take the stage at Starlife Evening Brunch in Canada on July 5, 2026, kicking off what he hopes will be a years-long global tour. His core mission extends far beyond performing: he aims to travel the world teaching dancehall culture and its signature moves to new audiences, spreading the positive energy that defines the art form to communities across the globe.
For the rising star, dancing is also a platform to mentor the next generation of creative talent. He encourages young people to pour their full effort into the passions they hold dear, to trust in both their own abilities and their faith, and to never let outside obstacles or criticism derail their pursuit of their dreams.