Lauren Gottlieb Launches Magical Rome Adventure
Actress and dancer shares pasta, monuments and behind-scenes glimpses from Italian getaway!
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Journey To The Eternal City
Lauren Gottlieb took to Instagram this week to announce the beginning of what she called “a magical trip in Rome 🇮🇹❤️🍝.” The American dancer and actress, best known for her breakout on So You Think You Can Dance and her Bollywood debut in ABCD 2, shared a carousel of photos that transport followers straight to the cobbled streets and piazzas of Italy’s historic capital.
In her opening shot, Gottlieb poses beneath a golden sunset, the silhouette of the Colosseum rising behind her. Subsequent images capture playful bites of spaghetti in a cozy trattoria, a selfie against the Trevi Fountain’s cascading waters, and an evening stroll past softly lit buildings. The emoji-studded caption underscores the upbeat mood: Italian pride, heart-felt joy, and a love for pasta.
Local Delights And Hidden Corners
Beyond the major monuments, Gottlieb’s roundup highlights quieter moments off the beaten path. One frame shows her seated at a tiny table, hands wrapped around an espresso cup—the steam curling into the cool Roman air. Another finds her exploring the winding alleys of Trastevere, where ivy-clad walls meet rustic doorways.
This isn’t Gottlieb’s first time sharing travel diaries on social media. Last season, she posted from dance workshops in Mumbai and from behind the scenes of a music video in India. But Italy marks her first documented European excursion—one she’s clearly savoring at every turn.
A Look Back At A Rising Star
Lauren Gottlieb first won hearts in 2007 as a finalist on So You Think You Can Dance Season 3. She later transitioned to film, landing a leading role in the Indian dance flick ABCD 2 (2015). On her Wikipedia page, Gottlieb is credited with not only her dance skills but also her work as a choreographer and judge on various international dance shows.
Her ability to bridge Western and Bollywood dance styles has earned her a devoted fan base in both the U.S. and India. Between photo dumps of Rome’s UNESCO sites, Gottlieb paused to share a tribute to her roots—a quick clip of her rehearsing a contemporary routine back in Los Angeles. It’s a reminder that even when she’s globe-trotting, dance remains at the center of her world.
What’s Next For Gottlieb?
Fans have already begun speculating about Gottlieb’s itinerary: Will she hop down to Naples for authentic pizza, or board a train to Florence for Renaissance art? In a follow-up Instagram Story, she teased an upcoming collaboration with an Italian fashion house—though details remain under wraps.
On her main profile, Gottlieb’s last major post before Rome celebrated her work as associate choreographer on a Netflix music video. The shout-out tagged dozens of collaborators, underscoring her growing role behind the camera as well as in front of it.
As her Roman holiday unfolds, fans can expect more snapshots of gelato-fueled afternoons, colonnaded courtyards, and perhaps a gondola ride in the nearby canals of Ostia Antica. If her past updates are any guide, Gottlieb will film each moment with the same polished eye that made her a dance sensation.
Her final photo in the Rome series shows her walking away from the Spanish Steps at dawn, backpack slung over one shoulder, camera in hand. It’s as if she’s inviting followers to follow every step of her itinerary—both the grand landmarks and the tucked-away trattorias.
Between bites of cacio e pepe and panoramic vistas from the Palatine Hill, Lauren Gottlieb is writing the next chapter of her journey in real time. And the best part? She’s only just begun.
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