Matt Harding
Video game designer and dancer
A video game designer and dancer who created the viral video series 'Where the Hell is Matt?'. The series featured dancing in various locations around the world, showcasing diverse cultures and landscapes. Initially started as a personal project, the series gained widespread attention after several episodes were uploaded to the internet. Various iterations of the project included collaborations with notable brands and organizations, further popularizing the dance videos. The distinctive style of the videos captured global audiences and illustrated the joy of movement.
Created 'Where the Hell is Matt?' dance series
Featured in multiple viral videos
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September 27th, 1942 83 years ago
Died
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September 27th, 1932 93 years ago
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Born
September 27th, 1943 82 years ago
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Duke of Aosta, Italian nobleman
Born
September 27th, 1943 82 years ago
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Born
September 27th, 1937 88 years ago
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French journalist and screenwriter for films
Born
September 27th, 1938 87 years ago
Died
2020 6 years ago — 82 years old
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