Dayvette Scott

Born, raised, and based on Chicago’s south side, Dayvette helped define the presence of women in the city’s Footwork dance culture. Coming up within the creative culture of Stepping and rink skating, Day’vette was dancing at 7 years old. At 15, she was among the youngest of Footwork’s first-generation, and she quickly earned legendary status dancing for a decade with the House-O-Matics group, and later with U-Phi-U, and other influential crews. Dayvette has danced on countless community stages and local venues, including performances in the Bud Billiken Parade for eight consecutive years. Her reputation broadened with appearances on Channel 19 and, especially, with standout performances on Channel 26. Dayvette has shared stages with renowned artists including Scarface, The Geto Boys, Yo-Yo, Poi Dog Pondering, Ice Cube, DJ Quik, and Too $hort. Notably, with House-O-Matics, she performed at the 1993 “Jack the Rapper” event, understood as a milestone moment that spotlighted Chicago Footwork on a national stage. Dayvette has taught, mentored, and influenced countless dancers from groups all over Chicago and beyond, and she continues to inspire upcoming generations through her viral TikTok and Instagram dance videos.