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Sherrie Silver
61 quotes
“When I met the twins, I fell in love straight away. Their mother hadn’t had an opportunity to name them and when their father asked me to name them I called them Precious and Sapphire Gihozo. I promised to look after them until they were 18 at least and they’ve actually started calling me mommy.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Contributing to their upbringing has impacted me massively. I was looking after kids before but taking them from being babies has made me grow up even more and my heart has become bigger. They bring me a lot of joy.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We want the youth in Africa to feel they don't need to leave their countries to realize their artistic dreams and entrepreneurial aspirations.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sherrie Silver said, (The New Times Rwanda, August 21, 2023)
“Childish Gambino’s team reached out to me after seeing some of my dance videos online. They saw one particular move that they liked, Gwara Gwara from South Africa, which we did in the video and also on SNL. I came up with different steps, taught the school kids and the choir, and helped Donald [Glover, a.k.a. Childish Gambino] with his solos.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: How Choreographer Sherrie Silver made a masterpiece out of Donald Glover's "This Is America" Interview Magazine (May 8, 2018).
“For a while now, Gwara Gwara has been the dance that everyone wants to do and learn. It looks simple, but it’s actually difficult to do. I lived in South Africa for two months while filming a movie, so I became quite familiar with it. I also included the Shaku Shaku dance from Nigeria, the Alkayida from Ghana, the Azonto from Ghana, and other moves that don’t have names, as well.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: How Choreographer Sherrie Silver made a masterpiece out of Donald Glover's "This Is America" Interview Magazine (May 8, 2018).
“We did a lot of rehearsals to pull off the hologram, and we made sure to carry it out in the safest way possible. That was the climax of the performance, a joyful moment, before we calmed it down with the little princess at the end.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: How Choreographer Sherrie Silver made a masterpiece out of Donald Glover's "This Is America" Interview Magazine (May 8, 2018).
“Being a part of the number one trending video means a lot. I don’t just do this for fun. I really do it because I want to give back. I travel and teach African dance from all over the continent. I take the money I generate from teaching back to Rwanda, Uganda, and Nigeria to redevelop schools and help get homeless kids off the street. For me, it’s not just about dancing. It’s the actual outcome that matters most.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: How Choreographer Sherrie Silver made a masterpiece out of Donald Glover's "This Is America" Interview Magazine (May 8, 2018).
“They came to me because they liked my style, but there was also a move that they saw that’s trending. It’s called the Gwara Gwara [from South Africa]. They wanted me to include that move.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 'This Is America' Choreographer Sherrie Silver: Artists Shouldn't Shy Away From Violence Glamour (May 9, 2018).
“As an artist, it’s important not to ignore what’s going on around the world. Fairytales are good, but if you look around, what do you see? It’s hard. I mean, I understand when people say [artists should] try not to have violence in their videos, but violence exists. I think it’s just important how you address it. I don’t necessarily agree that artists should shy away from the fact there’s violence.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 'This Is America' Choreographer Sherrie Silver: Artists Shouldn't Shy Away From Violence Glamour (May 9, 2018).
“One thing I can say is that the most important thing was safety first and making sure the interest of the children and their parents were met. We had several safety briefs, and I made sure I rebriefed them to understand everything that’s going on. That was a very important aspect—them understanding what’s going on. Everyone watches TV, so I’m sure this is not the first time these kids had seen anything violent. Violence is happening in their reality every day. At least they know, with this video, nobody died.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 'This Is America' Choreographer Sherrie Silver: Artists Shouldn't Shy Away From Violence Glamour (May 9, 2018).
“we want African youths not to have to feel that they need to leave their countries to find greener pastures elsewhere to make their artistic and entrepreneurial dreams come true.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Rwanda Choreographer Sherrie Silver Wants African Girls to Dream Big TIME ( November 17, 2023).
“My life is an example of what can be achieved when a young Rwandan girl is given an opportunity to express herself and chase her passions.”
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Recorded in: Rwanda Choreographer Sherrie Silver Wants African Girls to Dream Big TIME ( November 17, 2023).
“I am inviting you to come together and stand on the right side of history by investing more in young rural people, and the communities where they live.”
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Recorded in: Rwandan choreographer Sherrie Silver named IFAD Advocate for Rural Youth International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) (February 14, 2019)
“Imagine what would happen if governments and donors around the world spent as much on agriculture and rural people as they do on humanitarian aid,There would be food security. There would be social stability. There would be less damage to the environment. There would be hope for our future.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Rwandan choreographer Sherrie Silver named IFAD Advocate for Rural Youth International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) (February 14, 2019)
“My mom would always reassure me that I’m beautiful, so I decided, growing up, that I was going to stand firm in who I truly am.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Success seems like it’s overnight but, obviously, it’s really years of work.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The gala is basically about having dinner with me and my friends”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sherrie Silver’s Silver Gala 2025 to empower Rwandan youth through the artsnews Times( October 28, 2025)
“But beyond the glamour and the performances, it’s about showing these kids that they’re worth something and that they are the future leaders. Many of them have come from backgrounds where they had never even entered a car. On the day of the gala, they’ll arrive in a VW convoy as true VIPs because they are. They’re performing alongside some of Rwanda’s biggest stars, and every artiste has worked so hard to make this a magical evening”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“For us, it’s not about making money it’s about supporting the foundation and the community.”
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Recorded in: The Silver Gala returns, promises bigger experience. newtimes.co.rw (20 Sept 2026)
“I wanted to create this kind of space – having the opportunity to attend a theatre school called Stage Coach in London, as well as a performing arts academy.”
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Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“A place where dance and music aren’t just hobbies, but real career path.”
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Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“Some walk two or three hours just to get here.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“We don’t have a bus yet, and most of the funding has come from our own pockets.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“Dance is a career. Music is a real career.”
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Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025
“We want the government and others to see that this work truly matters.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“Healing requires time, empathy, and consistent care”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“One of the most essential, and difficult – parts of our mission is helping children learn to love and value themselve”
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Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“The progress we see makes every effort worthwhile”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: From vulnerability to visibility: The children thriving at the Sherrie Silver FoundationNews Times(June 18, 2025)
“We achieved what we envisioned for the first year from quality of the rooms to the decorations, the fashion people tried.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Silver Gala returns, promises bigger experienceNewsTimes(October 12, 2025)
“It was nice to see that and of course, there are things to improve because many people didn’t even know what a gala was, but we succeeded in telling our story and highlighting the foundation.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Silver Gala returns, promises bigger experienceNewsTimes(October 12, 2025)
“The entertainment this year is very special. We’ve already started rehearsing.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Silver Gala returns, promises bigger experienceNewsTimes(October 12, 2025)
“It’s still a gala where everyone will have dinner and sit at a table, but the experience will be much grander.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Silver Gala returns, promises bigger experienceNewsTimes(October 12, 2025)
“She explained that beyond the event itself, it was about showing children that they have value and can become future leaders.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sherrie Silver’s Silver Gala 2025 to empower Rwandan youth through the artsnews Times( October 28, 2025)
“We chose only a few children so that we can invest more effort in them and, by God’s grace, see lasting changes in their lives, and put them in a position to lift themselves out of poverty.”
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Recorded in: Sherrie Silver signed agreements with some of the children she supports.Moreabout Media(August 27, 2025)
“I think he is our father.”
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Recorded in: When I meet him, it feels like meeting my father” — Sherrie Silver on President Kagame.Umuryango(Oct 28,2025).
“like meeting my father.”
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Recorded in: When I meet him, it feels like meeting my father” — Sherrie Silver on President Kagame.Umuryango(Oct 28,2025).
“A good father to our country.”
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Recorded in: When I meet him, it feels like meeting my father” — Sherrie Silver on President Kagame.Umuryango(Oct 28,2025).
“A good father to the youth.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: When I meet him, it feels like meeting my father” — Sherrie Silver on President Kagame.Umuryango(Oct 28,2025).
“opened many doors for me.”
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Recorded in: When I meet him, it feels like meeting my father” — Sherrie Silver on President Kagame.Umuryango(Oct 28,2025).
“When I think about my journey, dance changed my life in so many ways.”
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Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“I'm able to put food on the table because of dance. I've been able to support thousands of young people around Africa because of dance.”
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Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“For me, dance is not just something I do for fun. It's my career, and it's my purpose.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“I realized that dance could be something bigger than just a hobby when I got my first payment, which was £20.”
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Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“I was inspired to start the Sherrie Silver Foundation because I wanted to invest in young dancers, singers, and talents in Rwanda.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“You're always told you have to be a doctor, you have to be a teacher. Dance is just something you do for fun.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“I realized that young people in Rwanda needed somebody to inspire them.”
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Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“We don’t have the right spaces.”
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Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“Young people needed someone to believe in them and connect them to the industry.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“We’ve seen so many opportunities come for these kids.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).
“We’ve seen lives change not just in terms of their career, but also their personal development and livelihood.”
Sherrie Silver (born 1994) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Inside Sherrie Silver’s Mission to Turn Rwanda’s Young Dancers Into Global PerformersGlobal Citizen(Aug 17, 2026).