Celebrity Justice
TV Choreographer Accused of Multiple Rapes

Alex Da SilvaAlex Da Silva, one of the choreographers from "So You Think You Can Dance," was arrested on Saturday for alleged sexual assaults on four of his dancing students.

Police say Da Silva lured the victims to his homes in North Hollywood and Van Nuys, CA from May 2003 to March 2009.

The LAPD believes there may be more victims.

Da Silva's bail has been set at $3.8 million.



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31. RapeIsKewl on the other was molested by his pet dog. RapeIsKewl then raped his dog.

Posted at 6:32AM on Apr 5th 2009 by Rick

32. #1 and #2, yes this is important! It's something very serious. and Rape is not cool! If you think it is cool, then there is seriously something wrong with you! what this man did was disgusting and I hope noone bails him out!

Posted at 7:12AM on Apr 5th 2009 by wow

33. alex da silva , one of the choreographers from "so you think you can be rape by me " was arrested on saturday .............

Posted at 9:43AM on Apr 5th 2009 by J.J.

34. LOOKS LIKE HE WILL BE PLAYING HIDE THE SALAMI WITH HIS NEW CELLMATES...LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

MAYBE HE COULD TEACH THEM TO DANCE AND ONLY HAVE TO TAKE IT EVERY OTHER DAY!!!LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL

OPEN WIDE...ONE, TWO, THREE...THRUST!!!!!

Posted at 11:42AM on Apr 5th 2009 by NUMbnuts

35. I also know Alex Da Silva, when he use to dance Salsa in San Jose. I never thought he was a good dancer because it doesn't take much to twirl a girl around in circles most of the dance. He is built like a woman and he kinda acts like one too. Are you sure he wasn't trying to rape men. he acts gay-ish.

Posted at 12:16PM on Apr 5th 2009 by Hmmm

36. What a loser if it is true!
Hopefully its just not people looking to make some money!

Posted at 12:54PM on Apr 5th 2009 by ★☆RoXaNnE☆★

37. That is one angry acting and looking immigrant...an immigrant who became succesful, but then chooses to use his rage against others in the rape of innocent girls, hoping for a chance too. he is among life and humanities worst kind, because he works off of trust and belief and safety----what a miserable creature he is. I imagine he is mad at his mommy and every sister and female teacher he ever had for reasons known only to him.

He should have gone gay and left his hatred for women in his country of origin instead of bringing it with him here. He's the type of immigrant that continually gives this country a bad name. Hurting innocent unsuspecting young women.

I want this man to suffer and suffer immeasurbly for the remainder of his life for his deeds. It is the only way.

And Simon Cowell and Nigel they too must suffer for looking the other way on their employees abuse of power.

Posted at 12:56PM on Apr 5th 2009 by Tango again

38. You can know a person and "NOT" really know too much of their dark side. If this is true, he need to be prosecuted.

Posted at 12:56PM on Apr 5th 2009 by prettyone

39. To all who are being hasty to comment.... Never judge a book by its cover. Yes he looks suave and this is a welcome mat for judgement, but it does not make it true. I first met Alex in '95 when he performed a once a month floorshow at the Mayan Nightclub. He was mostly in the bay area at the time. I have been out of the salsa scene for many years now. As much as I am an advocate of justice I really do not believe that things happened the way they were reported. He has always had a great following of women and some of them clingy including his then dance partner. I went to his house and to the studios were he taught and what I saw was a passionate dancer who took pride in his art and attire. This may irritate those who are frustrated with their own lives and cannot handle others' success. Perhaps this is the only way to bring him down. Yes, Alex was flirtatious ,but never close to the descriptions being used. Could there also be something about one those that came forward? Like may be daddy's little girl, perhaps related to someone in the justice system. People, keep your eyes wide open. Oh and for those who are thinking of replying to my comment, make sure you are prepared since you will be addressed by an educated woman.

Posted at 1:33PM on Apr 5th 2009 by Nicoco

40. A lot of the posters here talk like they know Alex. lol These rape incidents have happened since 2003 and they don't arrest a celebrity unless they have a solid case. Alex is going down and the inmates will love him cause he's pretty. He's a pig. Justice will be served.

Posted at 1:50PM on Apr 5th 2009 by Lulu

41. Alex Da Silva is Salsa King-arrested.Actual video.
Meet celebrity choreographer and famous Salsa dancer Alex Da Silva, who is the dance instructor to the stars.
video

Posted at 2:08PM on Apr 5th 2009 by poping

42. A ST8 choreographer, now that's news...

Posted at 3:24PM on Apr 5th 2009 by Rongrant

43. Oh Ok Nicoco, #40 so what you're saying is the Police are just taking what any person off the street might say about a person and throwing them in jail with a bond amount so high, it cannot be met----and also an amount that is usually reserved for murderers or multiple offenders?

The guys a nice guy and good looking and was always friendly in public, so you know there is no way he could ever do such a henious thing. Ted Bundy was a trained lawyer and good looking and a heck of a nice guy too. No one, not even those closest to him saw the part of him that came out when he not only raped women but murdered them.

Alex may not be a Bundy, but the Cops probably have enough evidence along with a Judge who had to set the Bond to say "we got something here"----otherwise, what you're saying is the Cops and Justice system of our Country can just arrest and charge and set unreasonable bail on anyone they feel like...

Sounds more like the Country Alex left than the one he came to and found success.

I hope he's not guilty of these things, but I am not of the mindset the Police and Justice system go after Hollywood types for the mere fun of it....if they do, then we're all living in the wrong country and I suggest you tell us which one to flee to to escape such persecution.

Posted at 3:11PM on Apr 5th 2009 by Enough

44. SICKO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 4:07PM on Apr 5th 2009 by josi

45. if it's true,go to jail and forget the keys!

Posted at 4:45PM on Apr 5th 2009 by rendez-vous

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