Fred Astaire vs. Michael Jackson

Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Coral Springs
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[@richardkovacs2006]

Smooth Criminal was a tribute to Astaire, who died a month before MJ released his album "Bad". It was ON PURPOSE MJ used so much references to Fred, since it (also his autobiography in 1988) was dedicated to Fred Astaire. MJ was a HUGE fan of Band Wagon, he used certain elements of tje movie repeatedly in his art. If you know the movie you'll understand why.

[@Celothxu]

Additionally, mj also took from Marlon Brando in guys and dolls. The coming down the steps at the break and intercepting dudes rolling dice

[@martijn130370]

I saw my first Fred Astaire Ginger Rogers movie - Top Hat. You also see them doing the moonwalk there. It was immediately obvious how MJ must have been inspired by the master

[@CBrown9758]

@@martijn130370 Bill Bailey is good moonwalker also look him up.👍

[@paulettelittle7500]

I didn't no that

[@Neiland]

Thanks a lot! I will watch it! 👊✨

[@nanangema1172]

That dance piece Fred did with the lady in the red dress was everything and should STILL be talked about to this day. The choreographers with DEFINATELY on point. Boy do I wish to dance like that. They're even dancing better than artists and dancers today of our time and this was ling before I and my parents were born but it STILL hits today. This is more than art this is a masterpiece. A world of its own.

[@elisa3553]

Cyd Charisse in red dress

[@Kelveron]

@@elisa3553 Cyd Charisse was not only a great dancer in her own right, but she also had one of the most fantastic pair of legs you'll ever see.

[@ryanmj8968]

Smooth criminal, rock my world and many of Michael’s dance moves Came from afred Astaire. The king was a fan

[@paulettelittle7500]

I didn't no that

[@radioshadowgamesyt4295]

@@paulettelittle7500 you also probably didnt know how to spell know

[@paulettelittle7500]

@@radioshadowgamesyt4295 ass hole dummy I no how 2 spell !!!!

[@radioshadowgamesyt4295]

@LoveEverton John bruh

[@dittoluv]

It’s a tribute

[@CBrown9758]

Growing up on this myself it easy to see why Michael was so infatuated with the style of Fred Astaire.💃🕺

[@JosephDiveley]

Gotta love when one amazing artist pays tribute to another amazing artist! I love both these guys!

[@janetfannin3895]

So, this is where Michael Jackson got the ideal for his smooth criminal video! This was very good, but Michael's was so much more magical! Liked both though!

[@kmoore2091]

Wonderful tribute to both Fred Astaire and Michael Jackson

[@SAVETHEKIDS-bn5zo]

Fred Astaire moved like the wind so effortlessly!!! His dances are masterpieces timeless classy sophisticated!!!!! I miss stars like Fred the enormous talent no ego brilliant stars of the early 20th century!!!!! I only watch oldies such impressive magical masterpieces!!!!! Hollywood was so intriguing back then we were in total awe of their enormous unbeatable talent & I miss those days!!!! RIP Fred Astaire

[@davidfranciscodasilva9559]

Fred is the teacher!The best of all time!

[@Collager]

I definitely agree!❤

[@KMaddox]

Leslie Caron and Cyd Charisse - legendary dancers!

[@karenstewart1265]

I love this! What a beautiful tribute to all of these amazing actors and singers. LEGENDS!!!! 2021

[@teresaeckert9675]

I absolutely loved this! What amazing talent Fred Astaire and Michael Jackson....just WOW!!

[@danmart9087]

This was fun and very entertaining. Thank you for putting together and posting it. 😊❤

[@stevekeel4143]

Cyd Charisse was an absolute beauty.

[@bradgarnerjackson5channel897]

I loved Fred Astaire dancing still watch his movies!!!

[@christopherrichey9137]

HA! Never seen this one before! Not just a mash up at all! Beautiful...just beautiful... Yea I'm old. Grew up on Astaire's movies as a kid...THIS captured the actor and the dancer and the man...

[@mtnwriter4011]

Whoever it is that does these MJ and FA transpositions - my hat is off to you. They're wonderful. Thank you.

[@ThePapasmurf1946]

I'd never seen this before or had any idea it existed. It is a key moment in the evolution of dance from the old tap/ballet to the new style of dramatic posing interspersed with quick steps and spins. And there you have the master, Astaire, doing it at the highest level of excellence. This was an eye-opener for sure. He brought the art form full circle, from old school to new. Jackson's music was the perfect background. Well done.

[@edwardscully6536]

This is a clip from the 1953 movie bandwagon. Fred Astaire was 54

[@alixmichel104]

Just epic Fred and Michael breathless timeless amanzing talent love them both.

[@SAVETHEKIDS-bn5zo]

MJ was a musical Genius Mike could do anything he was a masterpiece made by God!!! I miss him & his sweet voice his compassion & brilliance we will never see anyone like MJ again!!!! Sadly he was demonized by the media & public painted out to be some kind of monster but in reality he was a saint & angel sweet sweet guy!!!!RIP

[@ceciwakhondowe9852]

Did you notice one of the walks Fred Astaire demonstrated is the same that Michael Jackson used. Wow!

[@orchardist6559]

Choreography way ahead of it's time.

[@janvan113]

Unbelievable that they can do this. Fred Astaire would have been boggled in his day and time that his works and talent would live on this way. He was always entertaining. Still is.

[@musicasitshould3508]

Jeez didnt even know that smooth criminal was an inspiration from this.. way ahead of time indeed.

[@mrpussinboots4252]

Way ahead of it's time in when jackson lifted and copied this as his own. A complete con artist..

[@ukculture9240]

@@mrpussinboots4252 🤣🤣🤣🤣 get out of here Jackson is leagues ahead of Fred accept it he’s the king

[@mrpussinboots4252]

@@ukculture9240 He was a master at plagiarism. Barely any of his moves he actually created. All he did was steal from the past greats.

[@kojacksfootballshack8191]

A big MJ influence, MJ brought this, upgraded to our generation

[@nellymendiola8439]

Once Fred Astaire called Michael Jackson and told him ¨You are a very good dancer¨ MJ said: This was the best compliment I received.¨.

[@Collager]

As a Fred Fan, I love that he was truly joyous when he called him.❤

[@MattGalter]

Wow, was Fred Astaire every bit as amazing as MJ, true innovators and matrix breakers of their time

[@athanstreitz9178]

Actually..................wasn't MJ every bit as amazing as Fred Astaire?

[@banderfd2542]

Michael Jackson forever is king of pop legendary forever

[@nikhilks7428]

Music god mikhiel

[@shitsugane]

I never saw this or knew. Really good. Thanks

[@strauqq1]

This was cool as hell. Thank you.

[@crystalwilson8022]

Michael loved Fred Astaire. He took so much influence from him.

[@rhondamcknight2596]

Loved watching both dance. Masters in their own right.

[@odinspromise]

No one can tell me Michael Jackson wasn't a Fred Astaire fan! PEACE!!!!!

[@T16MGJ]

Breathtakingly good. Thank you for sharing. Exceptional talents last forever.

[@georgevalgood1718]

Genial gracias por regalarnos este vídeo y conocer al gran Artista señor Fred Astaire

[@fredproduction350]

The two are great.

[@Timolucas]

it takes a legend to create a star

[@kevinmillarich5215]

Amazing. Totally blown away. Great, Great job!

[@maxforever26]

You did a great job. Pure genius!!!!

[@mayganphynix8267]

seeing the similarities is so freaking cool. love it!

[@amybrizendine1863]

I love this! Brilliant!

[@carolcarney1022]

Fred Astaire was Smooth as well... Mike was a huge fan of his, I liked this... *Tips Hat*

[@Discow2000]

Awesome !!!

[@imperial-cherghawiofficiel6119]

Fred Astaire avait lui aussi un idole son idole en avait aussi ainsi de suite

[@jenjoseph9394]

I prefer Michael j. Jackson's interpretation much better ,it's more moves. Galore ..

[@user-og9rv3dd3i]

@sinkingships offools ？？？you crazy

[@jonesfredrick94]

@sinkingships offools dam dude what's up with that sick comment

[@vasuiii247]

obvio, Fred barely moves and MJ looks magical in smooth criminal.

[@rejmons1]

Fred and Michael! Genius inspired by another genius. But, who can say: That's wrong? I'll definitely not say that!!

[@ajg6697]

Tomasz Wójcik true

[@athanstreitz9178]

From "The Band Wagon." Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. 1953

[@cecimartinez1777]

Wow....just wow!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@tomastoth9383]

I call this simply KILLER job KILLER music LOVE IT , Great job broooo

[@gmf4769]

These are the best dancers by far

[@CrunkAintdead-ft4mk]

Fred was before his time. So was Michael. I can see why admire his creativity

[@imperial-cherghawiofficiel6119]

Rien ne se crèe rien ne se fabrique mais tout se transforme

[@abigailstephens9476]

Incredible. FA and MJ are awesome but also want to give a shoutout to the immpecable dancing by the women in this that made FA look good.

[@geraldinebowbia5176]

Fred Astaire I loved him. Went to his dancing school. Michael was fantastic also. 👍

[@mayganphynix8267]

I didn't know he had a dance school! amazing!

[@bernandogamboapoot8806]

Me fascina el glamour de las mujeres, la arrogancia de los hombres, la elegancia de movimientos en sus coreografías, sin duda Michael Jackson fue un ser excepcional

[@sheilakissick8440]

Michael Jackson, you can't beat him!!!💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💯👍👍👍

[@robertplajhnik499]

Just.... EPIC!!!

[@yaxcine]

now we know from where Michael Jackson inspired his shows

[@Realmasterorder]

Fred was a pioneer and unmatched in style and smoothness Michael said he looked up to him and certainly incorporated a lot from his Smooth style and moves.

[@peggylittledragon7734]

They were both mesmerized with each other!

[@mayganphynix8267]

I find that amazing. ❤

[@sophiegolden]

Wow this is amazing

[@testauk788]

the undertones of Micheal jacksons smooth criminal video are clearly evident from Fred Astaire`s dance projects...`

[@barbarabeharrywatley9478]

Beautiful ❤️

[@queenempress2541]

Masters being Masters.

[@ygaltuil]

Between smooth criminal and Blood on the dance floor... Michael was a genius 👍

[@jodylebouton9436]

Any reason to watch dance hear his voice is the best reason in the world.

[@TRACEWORLD2]

This video is A tribute to Fred Astaire and proof that Michael Jackson studied the greats and became greater! I just wish the kids of this genre would have this work ethic. They don’t seem to be Studying anything but each other. Somebody needs to step up!

[@paracletusrevelation4080]

He was one of a kind

[@copferthat]

Fred was well past his sell by date in this clip, but still magic. Watch him as a young man, unmatchable. Even the great Gene Kelly said he was just a hoofer compared to Fred.

[@doctormorbius6430]

Kelly was extremely polite. As one dance critic said, "If you consider Fred Astaire's debonair style to be perfection, of course Gene Kelly is going to fall short. But in ballet and other forms of dance, this idea of perfection is just a myth."

[@sharondesi]

They were both AMAZING!!!! My 2 FAVORITE DANCERS!!! Luuuuv them both. U can't compare such GREAT DANCERS...... they r both a class act!!! But I must say... MJ has copied some of the concepts & choreography in Fred's Dance acts.....that's fine......I guess MJ was inspired by Fred. Wish they were still alive!!!

[@capncook1247]

Even the greats imitated their hero’s. As we all do from dancing to Freekick Taking 😉

[@kimbradley9595]

Omg Fred Astaire all the way

[@dechundriabonner8801]

I love it Fred did a great JOB MJ would have love it too ...I wish he was around to see it. WOW

[@sheilakissick8440]

Wow!!!! I know Fred was also a Legend. And Michael watched him, and got ideas from him. He studied him. But what a hugh Difference

[@catspaw3092]

Both men were great & talented performers Fred was a huge inspiration for Michael I wonder if Michael ever got the chance to tell Fred this before he died? And lets face facts Fred was one smooth criminal this song fits him perfectly.

[@SpScarletSpider]

MJ probably did tell Fred this. He said in an interview that he didn't realize how good his Motown 25 performance was until he got a phone call from Fred congratulating him.

[@thierrybalet1125]

Wahouw! Thank for this job! Perfect.....

[@ateatwhataburger]

I love this!

[@MoeJaxon]

This is cool the way MJ honored this god. I never made the connection till now .

[@thitesmarantz4970]

Love it 😍classic style very smooth moves. MJ hip hop’s with a flare of classic dance 🕺 💃

[@prisciliaweeks9037]

J'avais entendu: Le jour de la diffusion du clip"Beat it" Mickael Jackson a reçu un télégramme(les s-m-s de l'époque si y'a des millénials débiles dans la salle) de Fred Astairedisant: " Je suis un viel homme j'attendais la relève MERCI"

[@gracetruthandlight]

Fred Astaire = GOAT

[@Collager]

Fred was So Good! From Vaudeville to London and Hollywood. Fred had a lot of hard work in front of him and he made it all look easy.

[@mabeloriagonzalez]

I didnt know about Fred. Wow! Amazing! I want to see more of this revelationssss. Thnx. MJ did well in recreating his ídol'x piece of art

[@SunnyDays70s]

Really enjoyed this!

[@rc2464]

Astaire the Father of Modern Dance, before Fosse etc. It's good to be the first.

[@rodrigopadilha1392]

AMAZING.

[@ellenmurphy2150]

That seen is from The Band Wagon. Fred dances with Cyd Cherisse there. Fred really enjoyed Michael's dancing. You can see the influence there on Smooth Criminal probably my favorite Michael Jackson video.

[@chrystaldlabal4935]

Amazing

[@thomasanderson8812]

Fred was amazing but never saw him do the Robot like Mike.. Lol

[@mayganphynix8267]

exactly!

[@maricarmenalejandre2945]

Espectacular, con la música de Michel Jackson. GRANDES

[@claudiaalmiron7173]

¡Genial Fred! Gracias

[@milviojorgefernandesmoura9751]

Great

[@majackslelo827]

You did a Great Job👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿😎

[@MrLarsa53]

Very nice. Well done. Like it a lot

[@user-nd4xq3er9p]

Видио супер👍👍👍Майкла люблю бесконечно...❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@reginamara9055]

BELÍSSIMO!!💃💃💃🕺🕺🕺❤❤❤

[@ronaldocarreira7033]

AMAZING,

[@bowcat44]

Holy Fucking Shit! Mind blown. Absolutely not what I expected when I saw the option to watch this. Stunned and amazed by the inspiration and creative bent that coalesced in this awesome thingamabob 'nuff said.

[@honeyprecious3294]

Nice

[@itisberry9207]

Fan-F@@king -tastic👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿😁😁😁😀😀😀😀😀👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿How important editing is. One holds a greater appreciation for Tap dancing, and the 20th century pioneers.(and prior, )who shaped it into a Bold art-form. Cat From Japan...You’re FREAKING BAAAADDDDDD!!!!!!

[@Timotheus157]

Ausgezeichnet!

[@xyzaal]

No Way ! Michael have more energy and more precise movements. Fred was already old on this montage.

[@paulagwhyte1720]

Can you imagine doing this at his AGE?? He's awesome! WOW!

[@Collager]

Fred was 54 years old.❤ He kept himself in shape. He started dancing at age 5 in 1904. He didn't even want to join his sister Adele at first. But, dance became very much a part of his life after that. This man can dance with ANY prop and can make it look so good.