Anthony Luis Laureano-Disla was 25 and a native of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico when he was killed on June 12, 2016, at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida. A dancer and choreographer who performed in mambo and salsa and worked as a drag performer known as Alanis Laurell, he had moved to Orlando to pursue his artistic career and was at Pulse that night with friends.

The shooter, Omar Mateen, opened fire inside the club, killing 49 people in what has been described as a terrorist act and a hate crime directed at the LGBTQ+ community; Mateen was killed by police during the incident. Investigations by the FBI examined Mateen’s background, his pledge of allegiance to ISIS during the attack, and his history of violence and mental health issues. Victims’ families, including Anthony’s, participated in legal actions following the massacre.

Anthony’s mother, Olga Disla, has spoken about his passion for dance and his smile. Does anyone who knew Anthony or saw him perform have memories or details to share that could help preserve his story?