Jackson Krajewski & Autumn Childress

Jackson Krajewski is 17 years old and has been dancing since the age of 3. He began his dance journey with Prestige Dance Studio and now shares his talents with Miracles in Motion. Known for his warm heart, friendly smile, and deep empathy, Jackson brings joy wherever he goes—whether it’s on the dance floor or at home fostering puppies and kittens. In addition to dance, Jackson is passionate about music, basketball, taekwondo, and video games. His energyand enthusiasm light up every room he enters. Like all of the incredible dancers featured in this event, Jackson is proud to show the world what’s possible—proving that with heart and determination, you can do anything. 

Autumn Childress joined ABC 8News as a morning reporter in May 2020. She grew up in the Richmond area and attended Midlothian High School. She then graduated from Longwood University (Go Lancers!) in 2018 with a degree in Communication Studies. While there, she played D1 basketball for the Lancers for four years, breaking the school’s record for the most double-doubles in a single season. Before returning to Richmond, Autumn spent two years as a multimedia journalist and fill-in anchor at WHSV in Harrisonburg, Virginia. She is ecstatic to be back in her hometown, and even more excited to be at the station where her mom, Gwen Williams, was an anchor for 17 years. When she is not on air, Autumn enjoys working out, listening to music, hiking and playing cards. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, and the National Association of Black Journalists.