Chalnessa Eames

Chalnessa Eames (born 1978) is a ballet dancer who performed with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet.

Early life and education Eames was born in Los Angeles, California. She is one of five children born to Rebecca (Becky) and David Eames. From the age of three, she grew up in Bellingham, Washington,

She auditioned for Harid Conservatory and received a two-year scholarship. She attended summer programs at the Pacific Northwest Ballet School and the School of Royal Winnipeg Ballet, and completed her final year of training at Winnipeg. She currently performs with Olivier Wevers' Whim W'Him dance company.

Leading roles Eames has danced leading roles which include:

Personal life Eames is married to Ash Modha, the CEO and co-founder of the Mondetta Clothing Company.