MIAMI - The Latin music community is mourning the death of Michael-Anthony Leones Espino, a 28-year-old professional dancer known as "Mykee" or "Mykee Moves," who performed with Latin music stars including Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office confirmed Tuesday that Leones Espino was found dead one day after authorities launched an endangered missing person search. MIAMI, close to Southwest 162nd Avenue and Southwest 138th Terrace. Authorities said the death appears to be a suicide, though the investigation remains ongoing.
Leones Espino had been reported missing after he was last seen around 12:30 p.m. Sunday, leaving a residence in the 14200 block of Southwest 161st Court in Miami. Detectives had classified him as an endangered adult and asked the public for help locating him.
A Familiar Face on Major Latin Tours
Known professionally as Mykee Moves, Leones Espino built a career as one of South Florida's best-known commercial dancers. He appeared in live performances and tours with several major Latin artists, including Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía, becoming recognized for his energetic choreography and stage presence.
Friends, fellow dancers and fans had flooded social media over the past two days, sharing missing-person posters and urging anyone with information to contact authorities.
His disappearance generated widespread concern throughout the Latin music industry and Miami's dance community. His friends have launched a GoFundme to help his family.
Sheriff's Office Confirms Death
According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, deputies located Leones Espino's body Monday near railroad tracks in West Miami-Dade.
Officials said there were no immediate indications of foul play and described the death as an apparent suicide. The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner will determine the official cause and manner of death following its investigation.
Authorities have not publicly released additional details about the circumstances leading up to his disappearance or death.
Tributes Pour In
Following confirmation of his death, messages of grief spread across social media from friends, dancers and fans who remembered Leones Espino for his talent, kindness and passion for dance.
Many recalled his performances on international tours and his dedication to the South Florida dance scene, where he had become a respected performer and choreographer.
Rauw Alejandro posted a moving message on his Instagram account.
"There are still so many things left to say,
so many thoughts left unfinished...
Eight years sharing stages by your side. It has been
a blessing, a privilege, and an honor to have known you
in this lifetime.
Your smile and your light will always remain in my heart.
We'll keep dancing, laughing, and singing together in the next life.
Rest in peace, my brother,
Michael Anthony.
We love you so much.
@mykeemoves
A hundred times over."
Investigation Continues
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said the investigation remains active, although authorities have indicated they do not suspect criminal activity at this time. Anyone with additional information about the circumstances surrounding Leones Espino's disappearance is encouraged to contact investigators.
