Officer Ryan Tillman, a well-liked school resource officer at California’s Don Lugo High School, said goodbye to his kids in a way that they will never forget. Tillman chose a surprise dance show that has won the hearts of millions of people instead of the usual way of saying goodbye.
When Tillman was promoted to Chino Police Corporal, he wanted to leave an impression that would last. He worked with the director and the dance team to make an exciting routine that would make the students cheer.
“I wanted to make a big exit, so I thought, what better way than to dance?” Tillman talked to NBC Los Angeles about it. His choice showed that even police officers can be funny sometimes.
When Lil Mama’s “Lip Gloss” started playing, the energy in the gym went through the roof. Tillman joined the dance students on stage as the gathering began. The kids cheered as Tillman showed off his great dance skills.
When Tillman’s coworkers saw how brave he was, they understood the balance that was needed to connect with teens. After that, Tillman took the crowd back in time with MC Hammer’s “U Can’t Touch This,” dancing perfectly like he was in the 1990s.
Tillman kept up with the other dancers while dressed as a police officer, which captivated the crowd. People who commented on his act said things like, “This is awesome!” This is something we need to see more of.
What Tillman’s dance did was more than just entertain; it showed how much he wanted to get along with everyone at school. His goal was to thank police officers and “shine a positive light” on them.
As the founder of Breaking Barriers United, Tillman wants to improve relationships in the neighbourhood and make it easier for people to talk to police. More than 20 million people have watched his goodbye dance.
Many viewers praised Tillman, saying, “Every city needs a cop like you!” “Good job!” The artistic way he performed turned a sad goodbye into a happy party.
This officer’s amazing dance is a moving example of how important it is to connect with others and be a part of a community.
