Presented By

Destiny Marie Hernandezez

Destiny Marie Hernandez is a multi-talented, 12th generation lineal descendant of the Payaya Clan of the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan (Qua-Wheel-Tekcan) Nation. With roots planted deeply in Yanaguana, “Land of the Spirit Waters” (Pajalate), with homestays in Miami, Florida (Seminole Territory), Destiny proudly identifies as a “Coahuiltecan Tejana.” Destiny started dancing competitively at the age of 5, while attending Magnet Dance Middle and High School programs in Florida; finding a love for movement, rhythm, and culture. Soon after, Destiny expanded her palette for dance by learning and practicing jazz, tap, ballet, salsa, acro, hip hop, contemporary, and other ethnic forms of dances. Destiny later formally studied Dance Education at Broward College in Broward County, Florida. While at the University of Miami (FL), Destiny was Captain of the Miami Hurricanettes Dance Team. Today, Destiny leads the Fancy Shawl Troupe of the American Indians in Texas Dance Theatre and is also a company member of the professional cast for the world-renowned Bellydance Evolution. Destiny has danced and been featured in front of hundreds of audiences around the world as a soloist, headliner, and featured artist with over 24 years of experience. In the recent past, Destiny has been featured in major international markets such as Tokyo, Rome, Prague, Cairo, Guatemala, Finland, Switzerland, Poland, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, and San Antonio.