Craig “Lil Craig Of 2Reel” Sams

Craig Sams' headshot shows him with medium skin tone, bare shoulders, a gentle smile, facial hair over his lip and on his chin, and tightly braided hair shaved short on the sides of his head.

Craig “Lil Craig Of 2Reel” Sams (he/him) is a multifaceted performing artist, dancer, and recording artist from Cleveland, Ohio. Born with a spinal deformity and a lifelong wheelchair user, he has turned his challenges into fuel for creativity and inspiration. As founder and CEO of 2Reel Music Entertainment, Lil Craig has built a platform for artists while establishing himself nationally as an R&B vocalist, hip-hop artist, producer, and audio engineer. His career includes highlights such as advancing through preliminary rounds of American Idol, writing and recording an original, arranged song (featured on The Dr. Oz Show), and releasing his deeply personal debut album called “The Secret” in 2012.

In addition to his music, Lil Craig has been a proud member of the Dancing Wheels Company family since 2017, first serving as a company dancer, later contributing as a guest artist, and now returning for the 2025–2026 season as an official company dancer once again. He also continues to share his artistry as a choreographer and dance instructor for youth and adult individuals with all abilities. Dedicated to pushing artistic boundaries, Lil Craig brings his versatility, resilience, and authentic storytelling to every performance, inspiring audiences to see ability, artistry, and possibility in motion.