Name: Jody Lynn Williams
Nickname: Jo
Birthday: April 1
Hometown: Slidell, LA
College: University of Southern Mississippi
Career Goal: My long-term goals are to have my own Cajun restaurant and become a singer/actress.
Mavs Dancer Status: Rookie
Hobbies: When I’m not dancing, I love to work out, shop, ride my horses, and spend time with family and friends.
Pets: I have three dogs (Lucy, Ethel, and Tyson) and three horses (Blaze, Shadow, and Beauty).
Favorite Maverick: Jason Terry!
Favorite Dance Routine: Hick Chick
Favorite Vacation Spot: Either a secluded tropical island or a cozy cabin in the mountains.
Favorite TV Show: “Nip/Tuck”
Favorite Actor/Actress: Josh Duhamel, Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock.
Favorite Singer: My sister Heather J
Favorite Song: At the moment my favorite song is Almost Lover by A Fine Frenzy.
Favorite Beauty Product: Bare Minerals!
Favorite Childhood Toy: It’s a toss up between Barbie and Power Rangers!
Favorite Hot Spot: The Comal / Guadalupe River.
Favorite Restaurant and Meal: Copeland’s in New Orleans and my grandmother’s Cajun Jambalaya.
My hero: I wouldn’t be the person I am today if it weren’t for my family. I look up to my sister and my mother is the strongest woman I know.
I never leave home without: My cell phone!
A perfect night out: A night in Downtown Dallas with my close friends!
I’m happiest when: I’m surrounded by the ones I love.
Worst habit: Running stop signs!
Best asset: My sparkling personality!
If I could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? I would love to one day live in a HUGE log cabin somewhere in Tennessee.
If I could trade places with anyone, it would be: Actually, I would never trade places with anyone. I am more than pleased with the life God has blessed me with.
People who knew me in high school thought I was: Fun, silly and a little daring.
People who meet me now think I’m: Focused, determined and enthusiastic.  
I’ve always wanted to: Travel the world and spread the love of Christ.