It’s true. Nigel Lithgoe has confirmed=( I’m sooo devastated that mia michael’s has decided to leave SYTYCD!! She was my favorite choreographer on the show, and a HUGE reason why I got so hooked on it. I always looked forward to her routines, because they were always so inspired and passionate.

Nigel’s announcement:

“We are thrilled to have given a talent such a Mia Michaels a platform to create Emmy Award-winning choreography,” he said in a statement. “During the auditions this season, she has helped chose the best, most diverse top 20 we have ever had. She knows that she is always welcome to return later this season or next. She’s chosen to move on to new challenges, and we will continue to support her and wish her all the best.”

Read more about what people are saying about Mia’s departure here

The official reasons for Mia’s departure are still unclear, but rumor has it – she may be leaving the American version of the show to join SYTYCD in another country. In a last desperate effort, let’s all tweet to Mia @MMRAW and beg her to stay!!!!

As a tribute to her, here are some of my favorite Mia Michaels’ Routines:

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