The actress, known for her role as Monica on the hit sitcom 'Friends', has jumped on the '80s dance trend, recreating her memorable dance with Bruce Springsteen in the music video for 'Dancing in the Dark'.
- June 10, 2024
AceShowbiz - Courteney Cox has jumped on the '80s dance trend. In a video posted on Instagram, the actress commemorates the 40th anniversary of Bruce Springsteen's album "Born in the U.S.A." by reliving her iconic dance moves from the "Dancing in the Dark" music video.
In the clip, Cox starts by showcasing some awkward dance moves to Bronski Beat's "Smalltown Boy". However, she quickly transforms into the energetic character she portrayed in the original video by unzipping her hoodie to reveal a Bruce Springsteen T-shirt and grooving to the classic hit "Dancing in the Dark".
Cox's Instagram video ignited a wave of reactions from her celebrity friends and fans alike, including Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Garner and Julianne Moore, who expressed their admiration for her moves.
The "Dancing in the Dark" music video was filmed in 1984 and featured Cox as a fan who was invited onstage by Bruce Springsteen. The video was a huge success, propelling the song to become the band's biggest hit single and winning a Grammy Award for Best Rock Vocal Performance.
In an interview, E Street Band members Max Weinberg and Roy Bittan discussed the making of the video, revealing that it was recorded over two nights in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and that Cox was chosen from a New York casting call.
The video marked a turning point in Courteney Cox's career, leading to subsequent roles on "Family Ties" and "Friends", where her character Monica Gellar became known for her quirky and often embarrassing dance moves.
Cox's latest TikTok dance challenge has proven that her moves are still as infectious as they were back in the '80s, bringing a smile to fans worldwide.
