Neil Patrick Harris Performs “Smooth Criminal” | Lip Sync Battle Live: A Michael Jackson Celebration

Neil Patrick Harris NAILS the classic, magical lean maneuver from Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” music video on “Lip Sync Battle Live: A Michael Jackson Celebration.” Get ready for new performances and stars on Paramount Network! Thursdays at 10/9c.
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Lip Sync Battle is back for another season of epic performances from the hottest stars on the planet! Each week, A-list celebrities go toe to toe, syncing contemporary hits and classic tracks, all for the ultimate bragging rights: the title of Lip Sync Battle Champion. Hosted by LL Cool J and Chrissy Teigen.

[@ferrellkang4954]

Kids, in the beginning of 2018, your Uncle Barney was a Michael Jackson impersonator.

[@tiffaneythomas9685]

Ferrell Kang I thought the same thing. Lol.

[@willymaysonet]

Ferrell Kang you the king for that :)

[@insashasjournal6934]

I read that in his voice ahaha

[@MilfLvr420]

Ferrell Kang OHHH MY GOD I LOVE YOU 😂

[@lauraparedes5954]

LMAOOOO I LOVE YOU FOR THIS

[@cvanims]

Ted: "There's no way anyone could pick up a girl by lip syncing Smooth Criminal." Barney: "CHALLENGE ACCEPTED."

[@ohitsthatguy8079]

CV Anims I’m gonna suit up!

[@bruinhunt9289]

CV Anims MJ suit up

[@TeesReddRose]

MAN THIS WOULD BE A GREAT CHALLENGE RIGHT NOW!!! BE SO DOPE

[@supposedly1-2]

I guess i'm showing my age but he will always be Doogie Howser MD to me no matter how many other awesome roles and broadway shows he does he's just Doogie performing on broadway! lol

[@FalconFlyer75]

lol love the reference, but who couldnt pick up a girl with a convincing smooth criminal performance

[@cashme19]

This is actually on the playbook “The Michael”

[@adolfomaurer5724]

I love that comment so much 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Dark.Shingo]

This comment was LEGEN- wait for it... -DARY!

[@TheIncredibleDapperRob]

Yes love it

[@brandonmccarver6800]

Or....The "Smooth Criminal"?

[@butteredraccoon8569]

“The Jackson 5 (1/2 inches)”

[@TerezaBianca]

This one makes you really appreciate the backup dancers. These people deserve way more fame and recognition than they are getting

[@dwaterson21]

That, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt's "Rhythm Nation"

[@Right_Said_Brett]

The backup singers are forever the bridesmaid, never the bride.

[@JESUSLOVESYOU033]

Jesus Christ loves us unconditionally+eternally!He cares for us so much that He sacrificed Himself on the cross for our sins!God is so good!💗✝️❤

[@legendofzelda2324]

Neil and Madonna are horrible. Backup dancers only entertainment

[@darkvalue505]

It doesn't like that. Just like the musicians don't get famous for performing the music in the track. Extras don't get fame performing in a movie. It's just the way it is.

[@jeremybr2020]

I get a kick out of these comments of people criticizing Neil's performance, claiming it doesn't quite match up to Michael Jackson's level. Really? Are you kidding me people? Michael Jackson, easily one of history's most insanely talented and uniquely gifted performers, along with one of his most memorable performances.......and you're wondering why Neil Patrick Harris isn't matching MJ's intensity in this lip sync show? I think NPH is an extremely talented performer. But he's not MJ! And there are few people on this planet who could hope to match what Michael Jackson was able to do. Perhaps some of you people's expectation's are a little unreasonable.

[@aprilmeireles6039]

i know it,, and agree with you 100%,,, so stupid,,, go do it if you can do better morons,,, really this was amazing to watch,,, love it... :)

[@keionfairley4719]

This is show is just for fun idk why ppl take it so seriously

[@daemanj]

Also they are comparing a 9 minute video that most likely had multiple takes versus a 3.5 minute one take lip sync.battle

[@bdhu2001]

It was simply that Neil was stiff. I’ve seen people who had a little more flow. Neil just stroke poses.

[@mauriciotavera6957]

@@bdhu2001 come on, the poses get the point, fits great

[@johnny0y0yang123]

2019: This was Legend---wait for it -- 2020: --Dary

[@tia4057]

🤣🤣🤣

[@hiltonb8876]

JayOh AcheEn Should’ve timed it where you posted it at 11:59 and edited it right after the new year changed over 😂

[@notahotshot]

Should have left the second half off, and returned a year later with a reply to your own comment.

[@sumnera7533]

2021- Legendary

[@luliboelihlendibongo1036]

Yesss

[@alexandreaneedham7268]

He nailed the anti-gravity lean and dance moves

[@QueenEevee1994]

MJ would be proud

[@TheFiddleFaddle]

Totally. They did a really clever cutaway so they could lock in their shoes for the lean.

[@wret84rt64ht]

너무 늙었다.........

[@bigrivtodagled8210]

Well, with the parented shoes and all, it’s easy.😉

[@tzvikrasner6073]

Honestly the fact that he did the lean is insane. That takes hella muscle control, even with the shoes.

[@titag6111]

that performance was..wait for it..legendary

[@everythingshiny]

Anyone else get annoyed when the camera keeps cutting away to reaction shots - I'm trying to watch the contestant not everyone else!

[@theoneaboveall5879]

Kate Lattey me

[@gippywhite]

Kate Lattey EXACTLY!!!!!!!!! I *_HATE_* that!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Hummingbird-yu3kt]

I love to see LL's reactions - but the rest...meh

[@ZackyAnarchy]

My mom passed away, but if she was alive, she’d absolutely love this. She was a big fan of NPH and a bigger fan of MJ

[@anotidaisheneilmisi904]

I'm sorry for your loss❤

[@tyreebro8364]

Sorry for your loss. Maybe she’ll see Michael in heaven.

[@z3n_z]

R.I.P. ❤️

[@josiahcraft9481]

rip

[@RokPodaro]

One of the best songs ever made.Never gets old and boring.

[@PB-xr6yi]

Never

[@NiPeMiRecenziiFilme]

Never

[@wret84rt64ht]

너무 늙었다.........

[@BlackDiamond2718]

As much as i love this song, i prefer the other version because it rushes my blood more with the volume, the tempo, instruments, and the singing. That is why i keep both in hand.

[@jokedejojo]

Like Michael's victims.

[@sersastark]

Im a huge MJ fan and i came to this to see what Neil could do. In no way am i comparing him to MJ. But Neil is having fun and I’m loving this!

[@bkizikli99]

it is barney amk

[@stanleyhape8427]

I mean, why wouldn't you love this 😍😍

[@crystallones3206]

Ain’t nobody Michael but Patrick nailed this ❤

[@Fl0k5ser]

Neil doesn't need to be MJ because no one can be MJ but he did a phenomenal job with this performance. I'm sure MJ would've been proud if he saw this. This is Neil's tribute to MJ and he knocked it outta the park

[@LilXancheX]

@@Fl0k5serI can be MJ

[@insashasjournal6934]

I didn't know I needed this until now.

[@cuocsongmedonthanhongngo]

*In Sasha's Journal* hello

[@ccchezzaa]

PREACH

[@kcandrea6281]

uouo our own we are on our wauo someones uouououuonmuoweuoswm uouououuonmuoweuoswm uouozsosw uozemo uouououuonmuoweuoswm uouuozozsuosmozwmossmosuozuozossasmoswuozozsmoxsmououozsmossuoxozsuuozsmozs so uouo uouo uo uouo now and I am so uouo uouououuonmuoweuoswm uouozsosw uozemo

[@CommandaInChief]

Michael Jackson's music and sweet movies never get old

[@laid07]

Neither do Blowjobs, my friend. Neither do Blowjobs!

[@kanyewest7434]

What the hell do blowjobs have to do with Michael Jackson?

[@laid07]

They're both awesome and will be loved by many until the end of time.

[@Dash_1008]

This is Barnys mind when ted actually suits up

[@sersastark]

HE DID THE LEAN IM SO HAPPY

[@mmidelli]

Whatever, he still dances better than me.

[@samitechcookie9758]

It's surely lots of practice.

[@smorcom1995]

He dances better than everyone.

[@zimakay20]

Am so glad your honest

[@wret84rt64ht]

너무 늙었다.........

[@34alecjim]

God Michael was such legend Edit: Michael *IS* such a legend

[@BloodHavik]

LongLiveSteelo I guess you could say he was legen-wait for it- DARY

[@TheVikingSailor]

When he wasn't diddling little kids I guess.

[@kingofmusic3445]

AND HE STILL IS A LEGEND. Because legends never die!

[@34alecjim]

Lawren Downing except he didn’t. You look like you do occasionally though

[@miapedro7802]

HE IS THE KING OF POP 👑💎

[@RuzzyID]

I love seeing tributes to MJ. Really does pay tribute to the legend and help keep his name alive and flowing with todays generations.

[@bluepurple1971]

Yes turns out that Im from Ecuador. My brother and his friends always played his music. Disco too and funk. Ect..

[@kabukiuchiha6020]

Neil Patrick Harris's was my favorite and beat it was my second favorite

[@italiangirl2789]

Shinirama uchiha Same!😊

[@Popculturehero11]

I think he is so stiff and having some trouble syncing correctly because someone needed to attend more rehearsals. Love Neil though and know he can bring it...like Broadway level bring it. Just think he could have used some more practice before performing.

[@mcbyt]

Sarah Lange That sounds very interesting, I enjoyed season 1 and didn't know more were coming :D

[@samwest1097]

I agree, and I'm a big NPH fan. I wanted him to absolutely kill it.

[@brownvirtue]

In clips during the show he admitted that he's not a dancer and was nervous about the routine. I give him props for doing it anyway and doing it live.

[@malikhasnaoui1464]

That was legen- wait for it dary

[@bruinhunt9289]

Malik Hasnaoui YAAAAAAASSSSSSS!

[@Baudolino123]

Malik Hasnaoui Challenge accepted!

[@vincentbeauregard2969]

That was legen... Wait for it, I hope you're not allergic to lactose... Dary Legendary

[@jaytoro5684]

I'm a HUGE MJ fan. Just watching people having fun brightens my day!!!

[@edee5211]

Who else thought else thought of glee with Santana and Sebastian’s version

[@angeldenman5427]

And I thought I was the only one.

[@annoyingdog9646]

Right here.

[@angeldust5868]

RIP Naya Rivera

[@ailishvsp]

That’s the best cover of smooth criminal and my fave Naya performance R.I.P Naya

[@reesenicole3347]

Me bro me

[@caffeinatednation8885]

How did they not land Bruno for this MJ tribute?

[@puffedmarshmallow2013]

Caffeinated Nation right????!!

[@elusana]

bruno's worth too much

[@noriyakee]

Cuz they know fo sure he'll win.

[@BopaBola]

Hes a literal french fry sized potato. Im sorry but a tall slender mayo gayo was a better choice

[@lisahbobisa]

Bruno and Justin Timberlake in an MJ LSB - i would pay to see that.

[@jakenguyen6340]

2019 yet I still don’t know if annie is okay

[@flandersme]

Wait. Is Billie Jean his lover or not? He says she isn't but I dunno...that kid might be his...

[@virgoqueen8950]

LOL

[@beatraknox3228]

Lol

[@LadyDragoncat]

I fear we may never know...

[@eldphm]

Prepare to get your mind blown if you didn't know this before, "Annie" is actually the CPR training doll "Resusci Anne" and from what I heard she still needs help with her breathing almost daily at first aid courses around the world. (look it up if you do not believe me)

[@whitewolfthedeity1131]

I swear Michael Jackson's songs are still a banger to this day.

[@solracdan7282]

If anyone could pull it off I’d be NPH or Bruno Mars tbh

[@zachryder3150]

Also Usher

[@Idontknow-mu5xt]

And Chris brown

[@adc6698]

Solrac Dan Or me

[@Nat-ow5eh]

truth.

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

That was not good at all.

[@chloeheathcote779]

This was legen....wait for it and I hope your not lactose intolerant because the second half of that word is...dary! Legendary!!!!!

[@hectorarredondo6929]

Chloe Heathcote Or this is going to be INCR and i hope that your hungry becsuse the next part is EDIBLE ralph maccio 👎

[@tenzdimond3213]

♥️♥️

[@hmmallo_2477]

Ma'Halious Walker dude shut up like really just because he’s this ‘king of pop’ NPH really did a great job for a dude in his mid 40’s en its not disrespectful just leave if you’re gonna haye you’re bumming me out

[@nekoscum4929]

Joost Ensink Everyone is praising him and saying “oh it was a good” simply because its NPH doing it and it simple favouritism.If it was a nobody doing this impersonation everyone would call it out on what it really was.A terrible performance.

[@dyland7782]

The moves, the moon walk, the lean, Beutiful!

[@BADxW0LF8705]

He wasn't half bad, although the one person I would love to see do a Michael Jackson Lip Sync Battle is Justin Timberlake. I remember he performed in a concert with Michael at one point and his moves were pretty solid compared to Michael's.

[@maddy2337]

Derrick Johnson YASSS!!

[@damnright1766]

Umm hell no. Justin stay away from black music and definitely a Jackson!

[@Hi-ey5zt]

No way JT sucks and I don’t mean his songs. His songs aren’t half bad, but his attitude and everything just sucks.

[@brandone3243]

@@damnright1766 pfff get your facts straight , pop was invented by swing groups in the 80s and 90s and popularized by frank Sinatra, bing crosby and elvis and the name pop music came from Britain, so Michael isn't doing black music the same as eminem isn't doing white music.

[@jayslickss8034]

@Brand one I don't do black music. I don't do white music. I do fight music for highschool kids. -Eminem🤣

[@mads2174]

This makes me happy because Michael’s legacy is still living :”) Miss him a lot

[@giulianarodriguez6367]

always nailed it! smooth Neil Patrick u got the beat! love it

[@KentuckyTamifromCali]

That was extremely phenomenal!!! One of the best I’ve seen on Lip Sync Battle!

[@RavenHeartLee]

This is one of my favorites!! Love, love, love, love Neil Patrick Harris!!!❤❤❤

[@PiazzaGurl]

Not bad. But he really needed to be more animated. Michael never stood still. He was always moving even when it wasn’t choreographed.

[@DarkEliteEric]

PiazzaGurl yessss

[@hiramalvarez1963]

PiazzaGurl yeah

[@jaxemoff]

PiazzaGurl he was good but there is definitely only one Michael

[@personaencantadora9055]

Yea but this isnt a dancs battle its a lip sync one

[@xgonx8908]

PiazzaGurl Iwas thinking the same, for me he was a bit stiff in the dancing and moving around but nevertheless still a great performance and fun to watch!

[@louisdittfeld260]

I love all this how I met your mother comments. Makes me feel everybody low key knows what the best sitcom was 🙏

[@taylorsversion0713]

It is THE BEST sitcom and I'm so happy people are appreciating it

[@DalgonaC]

Yaaaaas! I'm so happy they were able to do the lean mechanism. I love that part of the song so much. Michael Jackson was a true original. Each one of his videos/ songs has something entirely unique to them.

[@allyfowlks9067]

My goodness, this video is the epitome of why I have adored Neil Patrick Harris for over half my life. As a young girl it was because of Doogie Howser. As an adult, I have highly respected everything that he does. He is such an amazing person through and through, and I absolutely love seeing him do what he does. This is my favorite lip sync battle now!

[@patwilson7596]

Neil Patrick..Fantastic job! You and the dancers!!

[@johann392]

Everytime I see a cover of MJ, I see why he was a mega star. No one can capture his stage presence/talent

[@vampyr122]

Still gives me chills watching this. He did amazing

[@arguellosergio]

Yeah, I’m a NPH fan but this was painful to watch. Completely stiff. If anything, I guess, it makes you appreciate MJ’s moves all that much more.

[@MikeMikewaz]

Sergio Argüello nph likes it stiff. In his moves, his mouth and behind.

[@cartoonist1975]

They'll be many who'll imitate !

[@MovieJustin]

its a high bar at least he went out there

[@mauroserafim6623]

I understand ... It Will never be like The great MJ but for it's a Nice effort ... I think that was great for someone like him ...

[@andrennaaarons5827]

Sergio Argüello I know right. But the last time I saw him was in HIMYM and like just compare his movements there to his movements here. I initially thought it was just age or something like that. Like, ik ppl r adding some excuses, but u don't have to be a dancer to have some fluid movements. He has also done live performances where ppl could pick him apart many times before so I don't think that was it either.

[@galshalev2931]

Sorry, but as soon as I see the outfit and hear the music, I just need to see the MJ video....or the live performance... King of pop for life!!!

[@austinhughes1924]

Now that’s what I’m talking about!

[@LarryParane]

For NPH standards, this is too lowkey.

[@sarahfranks9533]

i agree

[@TheHellsingHQ]

Yeah, the movement felt very stale, and for an MJ song. :/ Where was the flow?

[@alexcaballo5014]

I agree. Needed more.

[@Vid89ful]

Yes , For me , this was really bad. Almost no dancing what happened NPH??

[@kellybills2987]

Not much emotion shown in it.

[@kellz8260]

This made me miss MJ even more 😣😣😣 there will never be another KING ♚

[@mday2518]

I have to say, Neil Patrick Harris is one of my heroes. Damn awesome job. Also, I'm totally in love with Loverne Cox... prolly misspelled, but she's so amazing inside and out!

[@amberdawn2390]

Still killed that bro I could never and I love Michael and Neil so bravoooo

[@christinaizmaylova9964]

Great job! Incredible. I was even about to start crying. It always happens to me when I hear the song. It makes me wanna dance and cry at the same time.

[@ashley3461]

Amazing!

[@ashley3461]

A L Just my opinion. As a dancer, I really enjoyed the performance as a whole. The dancers, background, wardrobe, etc all fit together pretty well and it was a great representation of Smooth Criminal and Micheal.

[@superwholockpotterhead9247]

+Ashley The set, background dancers, costumes and choreo in general were intense and simply amazing! I hardly ever clicked on a video so fast since I knew NPH (as a musical performer) from Glee and absolutely loved his performance on the show. But in this Lipsync Battle he did not mediate any energy or fun... basically he did not mediate anything to me apart from stiff dance moves. Sort of frustrating to watch because I know that he can do way better than that!

[@ashley3461]

Superwholock Potterhead Oh I know he can too. But you also have to look at the choreographer as well. They have alot of power. That's probably why Micheal was also his own choreographer, now that I think of it.

[@ashley3461]

A L There's no reason to be so hateful about it. If you didn't like the performance, then click off of the video. I'm not going to argue with someone who came into the comment section just to insult others.

[@xerthosxvi4967]

Ashley honest I love his performance

[@RealEyes.Realize.RealLies]

My favorite song and video by Michael Jackson...Neil did great!

[@sancho_limoncho]

One of my favorite actors shows my favorite musician 🖤 That is LEGENDARY!!!

[@elaerdoganxo]

He is adorable I fancy him so much, congrats Neil! You nailed it

[@asuka-ryo]

One of my favorite human beings in this world

[@MilfLvr420]

NPH is so incredible: amazing husband, father, actor, writer, magician, drag performer (if you count Hedwig and the Angry Inch) and singer. And he’s so handsome

[@aybanpali]

Awkwar d and comedian

[@inquisitorchristopher8527]

didn't know he was in hedwig

[@iam4peace822]

Awkwar d Everything you said i was on-board with except handsome... DO YOU WEAR GLASSES?????? 😂

[@RANCE22808]

NPH got some moves

[@babeautyart3815]

Audrey Popo I agree. Damn right

[@Search4TruthReality]

🙂excellent production, all-around...dance, costume, set, lights. Fun to watch.

[@rebsmi123]

NPH is such an amazing performer! How can you NOT love him?!

[@johngarcia5396]

Great performance. Neil is very talented!

[@kileyroy6939]

This was as over the top as I expected and I love that

[@t4325]

I love anyone and anything that pays homage to Michael Jackson. Good job NPH 😊👍❤️

[@steven6013]

He was absolutely brilliant to do the best he could with his lip syncing and fantastic moves

[@harmonistkris]

This song will forever be my jam and this performance is everything 😂💙

[@justiceblackwolf369]

Kristin Singer lol same

[@bellaboyd4697]

I freaking love Neil Patrick Harris ❤️❤️ SLAY QUEEN

[@BaySt8Horror_n_Metal617]

N.P.H. killed it. He was absolutely on 🔥 Great impression 👏🏻👍🏻

[@juliusdaviesd]

Accuracy : 7 Neil’s Energy level : 3

[@TheDhinesh619]

accuracy was 3

[@rahulkambleofficial8681]

i felt it too

[@johnduckworth3866]

Idk that anyone could match Michael's speed and leg work, not without a few red bulls.

[@mapsgoonthewall5396]

i would actually give him a 2 on energy level.

[@Reviloj]

My aren't we generous.

[@tramle2977]

Day 25 of Quarantine: I need those stairs in my house

[@krishnathapa1122]

Add like 400 today though it was open in my country. Session 2 just stated like 2week ago here

[@toniwatkins4483]

Holy Jesus that's what I call tribute I am crying with love an Joy what a beautiful picture of love thank you no one will ever top that love you put in that because that's all I seen beautiful Mon aime what a blessing Chow

[@Katalyste]

I love all the elements of this! so much talent and almost too much to watch. Can't believe it is under 3 minutes!

[@droneographytv8848]

Why do MJ’s songs give me the goosebumps! Magic behind he’s music.

[@martina-tn3qp]

I love Neil but I have to say he wasn’t enough “energetic”. Mj never stood still on stage, never.

[@kalendobbs567]

Skye Quinn yalll act like he suppose to dance and copy everything exactly like MJ 🙄 calm down it is just an celebration for him !

[@briankehinde944]

i know what you're saying - Neil was far too stiff and the MJ moves he did do were too slight and weak - but MJ definitely DID stand still onstage during his Superbowl Halftime Show for a full four minutes as the stadium went insane. Check out the video.

[@glowhoo9226]

He isn’t a professional dancer or anything, and a lot of people have trouble copying mj’s moves perfectly, it’s better to play to your strengths than to attempt something extremely new to you

[@EmmaGemma]

Michael was literally known for standing completely still for 10 minutes at a time as soon as he arrived on stage to build anticipation...

[@fincallmatter101]

I fully agree! I felt like oh man this is slow and morning even for NPH! Then I read all the leftys comments on here

[@ScarlettJ1221]

His performance was LEGENDARY

[@rjrenee4783]

Neil Patrick Harris DID THAT!!! 🔥🔥🔥🙌🏼💃🏼 He was smooooth and cool wit it!!! SALUTE

[@customlioness7372]

Neil Patrick Harris really did a great job!!

[@kirikakirikakirika]

Gets a call: Hey, how's it going?! We want you to be on Lip Syc Battle Live! Me (as any actor): Oh, cool! I can't wait! Guy on phone: Yeah, and you'll be competing against Neil Patrick Harris! Me (as any actor): ...You know what, I actually don't think this competition is for me.

[@notmakingcontent]

Guy on phone: Oh, don't worry he's just trying to be Michael Jackson. Actor: Oh yeah? Then I should have no problem, right? Nobody can top that guy.

[@staardrift7480]

Tom Holland joined the chat.

[@Jiinx123]

Neil Patrick Harris: 'impersonates MJ' 'Muzan Kibutsuji has entered the chat'

[@vega6762]

Lmaoooo😭😂

[@HelenS.739]

Such a talent and amazing actor plus dancer too 👍👍👍👍

[@kaylahopper5450]

MJ songs will never get old I swear

[@JazWilliams]

Nobody can be Michael I get it. But he did a great job!!!! One of the best performances on the show period. I liked that he didn’t over do it nor underperform. He stuck to what he knew he can do. And nailed some poses. And honestly That works!

[@SY-mn6qb]

This man has too much talents for one show. Also, Michael Jackson Suit Up!

[@dianetheisen8664]

LOL

[@helowen8285]

LEGENDERYYY!!!!!🤟🏿🤟🏿🤟🏿

[@sddwtbnofather]

MJ is untouchable, period. But NPH should have won-he got the lyrics, the moves and nuances down. The man is so freakin' talented.

[@brownvirtue]

Simone Guzman he put more work into his. The others just sort of moved around. He should have won.

[@powerbad696]

The back-ground dancers were killing it!!!! That's what I was mostly watching.

[@haaianja2005]

He is such a good performer! Well done!

[@32ghostchaser]

Neil Patrick Harris is just awesome! Love this guy!

[@kaitlinorsega]

All I can think about is the glee version of this!!

[@kiddlorenz7582]

that's sad

[@madelinemai7004]

Ah yes!! I am obsessed with the Glee version.

[@bruh_rodo6050]

Kaitlin Orsega i am not a fan of geel

[@milliesegundo]

Grant was amazing

[@BopaBola]

Because youre a terrible person who enjoys terrible things

[@dwaynegaskill]

That was awesome

[@shaikhkashif9973]

No one, literally No 1 can never ever match The Icon Michael Jackson

[@kye.4378]

#Facts

[@hazsmoothwalker7458]

Truer words have never been spoken

[@MiBzAn]

Soooo well done! The LEAN! Daaaaaaaang NPH! 🔥 😍

[@rih2941]

This is literally one of the best lip synchs. His face the entire time was completely in character (and he weirdly looked like he could sound like that???)

[@ipapi7500]

Oh my gowd that was Legend..........wait for it... Dary!!

[@christianschoff2490]

My favorite MJ song!

[@Bruc3Wayn3Kn1ght]

All time favorite Michael Jackson song !!!! Neil Patrick Harris lean was gangsta

[@RatnaCempakaYelestine]

Neil! Baby!!! Love yaaaa

[@starfishofdoom6626]

Count Olaf is working overtime to sell this disguise!!

[@serenitykremer304]

This performance of his was legend-wait for it-dary!

[@themaggot8]

To be honest, I expected more from Neil, considering that he's a broadway performer. He was a bit stiff.

[@greeneyes9512]

I felt the same

[@melzishere]

You can’t blame him MJ is legendary

[@michelle-loraejones5169]

He was great he's no dancet. He did a good job

[@RC-ve8dl]

No one could compete with Michael, he was on a whole other level. Neil was good though.

[@RobizGaming2024]

its called lip sync and not called the greatest dancer.

[@pearlsr8532]

How did they not get Bruno Mars to do a Michael Jackson tribute? 🤔

[@MA-mk9rl]

Perla Reyes he's touring

[@danishfaheem4736]

Perla Reyes shouldve postponed the MJ Celebration then. Bruno was 100% required for this

[@El_Guero0987]

Bruno will do James Brown 👌

[@BigD23ification]

Perla Reyes that what I was wondering because MJ is Bruno's idol

[@moisepicard3417]

Perla Reyes NOBODY CARES ABOUT BRUNO MARS.

[@vgamer4993]

Taking us back to when music videos actually had good dancing. I love it!

[@thefandomqueen88]

NPH is a PERFORMER I expected nothing less than this level of greatness from him!

[@lissette9172]

Yes baby yes