Jamal Milan | The Overall International Father of the Iconic House of Milan | An iconic Vogue dancer within the LGBTQ+ Ballroom Community. Hired as the Vogue Dance Teacher on the Emmy nominated FX network television series POSE. Internationally known as the “Blueprint” of the Oldway/Pop Dip & Spin and Face with Performance categories. He was born in Newark N.J. and is mixed with a Black and Puerto Rican background. Jamal Milan is not only an international trailblazer when it comes to being a reference or an influence for voguing Pop Dip & Spin the Oldway and Face with Performance, he is also a singer, mentor and a 3-time Ballroom Hall of Famer! Jamal is the inventor of the current Ballroom Status Criteria in April 2010, the One Hand Walk Around move and is proclaimed by many as Ballroom’s, “Michael Jordan of Oldway/Pop, Dip & Spin and Face With Performance ” and acknowledged as a G.O.A.T. of Vogue.
The Iconic House of Milan stands as a beacon of excellence and artistry within the LGBTQ+ Ballroom community. With a diverse array of talented members, we compete across various Ballroom categories, challenging other Houses for trophies, recognition, and sometimes cash prizes. What began as a single House has evolved into a global family, with Milan dynasties spanning the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Our ongoing international expansion underscores our commitment to inclusivity, creativity, and pushing boundaries in the Ballroom world.
At the Iconic House of Milan, we believe in excellence, inclusivity, and respect.
To expand each Dynasty by adding loyal, respectful and exceptionally talented individuals who will compete in their categories representing the Iconic House of Milan as well as understanding the LGBTQ+ Ballroom Culture. We are a Fashion House. No matter what category you walk, your look should always, always be Fashionable. This is the Milan way!
To remain a diverse Ballroom House that shows respect and good sportsmanship within the competitive Ballroom arena. To understand that we are “Ballroom Celebrities” always striving to represent ourselves with class and sophistication. To enlist diverse and exceptionally talented individuals to provide them with the support needed to excel within the competitive Ballroom Scene and beyond.
We strive for a culture of excellence in all areas of life. We are member focused and our goal is always to strategically think outside of the box. We are Milan Warriors!