Army Sgt. surprises Philadelphia 76ers dancer

Sunday, December 3, 2017
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A Philadelphia 76ers dancer got a big surprise during Saturday night's game.

Angela thought her boyfriend, Army Sergeant Elliot Burgos, was in Kuwait.
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But that was not the case.

During the first quarter break, Angela and the 76ers dancers were about to take the court, but first watched as a video of troops greeting their friends and family played on the screens in the Wells Fargo Center.

WATCH: Sgt. Burgo & Fellow Troops Greet Friends & Family
Sgt. Elliott Burgos' message to Angela


Angela was shocked to see her boyfriend was among the troops in the video. She was even more shocked when he put on a 76ers cap and was handed flowers from the team's mascot Franklin. Moments later, Angela saw her boyfriend and ran into his arms.
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WATCH: Angela Surprised by Elliot's Return
Soldier surprises 76ers dancer girlfriend




Angela and Elliot have been together for three years.

Watch the two discuss their center court emotional reunion:

Angela and Elliott speak after heartwarming reunion

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Video Courtesy: Philadelphia 76ers
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