Patricia "Butterfly" Davis Can Still Do Her Signature Dance Move | I Was A Soul Train Dancer

[@TheSapphirelady01]

I was in Patricia"s graduating class at Crenshaw High School. We just had our 50th class reunion. Pat looks great. So proud of her!

[@mariastewart8810]

She does right 😊!

[@zdoll12]

So wonderful!!! ❤❤

[@lynntoddtruthteachings1944]

Didn't realize we went to school together. I had an opportunity to be on Soul train, and was too shy to follow thru... I glad she did... Class of 77'

[@baileybutterfly320]

@@lynntoddtruthteachings1944I wish you had someone to encourage you. ❤

[@beyondcompare9526]

Legends ❤

[@loxsochic]

Oh wow! She danced in the best era of Soul Train (in my opinion). She was (is) super beautiful and her style and dancing...love her!!

[@rnbmatters8224]

I don’t ever get tired of these stories. so much to learn from our elders!

[@sweettaterpie7009]

Yes indeed. Too bad you weren't there to live it...........Good ol' days. ❤☮

[@sonyaethaniel]

​@@sweettaterpie7009I was there. Good times...

[@youknowhowwedo1278]

I hope they get to interview Fawn Quinones

[@kayrup3712]

​@@sweettaterpie7009I know, I always wanted to dance on soul train. Maybe that's why we always have a soul train line and our get togethers 😄

[@sebrenacohen3261]

Miss you❤❤❤❤

[@Mooniestarry]

She's so elegant and talented! I love that she mentions she was a "introverted" personality but became bolder for the camera.

[@durtyjones]

Yeah I'm an introvert but same time I do stand-up comedy and I'm high energy when I'm on stage. People that know me be like how are you so calm and quiet and then explosive on stage. I tell them there's me then when the lights are on the alter ego takes over

[@reubenloganiii]

She’s such a shining star without a shred of arrogance. Such class and humility doesn’t seem to exist or be encouraged among modern entertainers. She deserves all the pedestals 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿💐

[@hellooutthere8956]

An exact description. No arrogance but with class and humility.

[@FocalPointElisa]

Offering this platform for Soul Train Legends to recap is truly beautiful. Hearing about Ms. Davis' travels further puts things in perspective about "branching out". There is more to the World than just here!

[@WordsOfColour]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@MrPerfection93]

This was a great recognition of the great Patricia “BUTTERFLY “ Davis. So glad she stayed true to herself. And still able to enjoy and share her talents. GOD bless her.❤️

[@donnablack4528]

Love it! I am proud of you "a gifted Child of GOD. Yes..

[@papazjose1274]

Moving to Vienna was the best decision she ever made it looks like

[@JamieJoIacobucci]

This is so cool and interesting. Let’s bring back Soul Train!!

[@conniewalker6172]

I couldn't have said it better myself it's a true blessing ❤

[@tonybrown7949]

This was a captivating story and you told it so well! It brought back a lot of memories and gave me some information that I never knew congratulations on your success in the industry! Tony Brown.(Brother of Terry & Gerald Brown).

[@courtnocase]

Her hair needs to be studied on its own! Her style was everything ❤❤❤

[@rcardosanders2885]

Back in the day sisters were creative with their hairstyles

[@KimberlyHarge]

Yes honty it was❤❤

[@pebblesstone1316]

You know it !!!❤

[@HarryClipzFilmz]

Ya'll baby hairs came from the Boomer Generation, they was the first to do it now it's made a come back with the Millennials/Gen Z gens

[@gstrathmore194]

For real.

[@JayzBeerz]

She was and still so beautiful. God Bless her.

[@feeg2681]

Yes she is stunning. God bless her

[@sharonford5501]

I agree she’s absolutely beautiful!!!

[@c.d9875]

You are so correct.. she has age graciously..

[@dreadnegus]

Her dance style was magic. She was definitely born to celebrate movement. Rock any of her moves on any modern dance floor and you will be on fire!

[@FloridaGeorgia]

Beautiful! At almost 70, STILL a professional dance instructor! I know 50 and 60 year olds that can't move like that!

[@veneziablau]

Right?! She was movin!!

[@Shortlady82]

Hell I know 40 year olds like myself that can’t move like that lol

[@kerry-j4m]

She's almost 70 ??? I thought she was problably 56/57,boy,was I far off her actual age. LOL. Been waiting for a new episode for a while now,this one didn't disappoint tho. LOL. 😄😄😄😄😄

[@msgroovethang4995]

Hold up now.......I still give it a try every now -n- then😂

[@thelmastrayhorn5359]

@FloridaGeorgia Here also Delray Bch/Atl

[@80sbrunnette]

She literally danced during the best times ever with the best music ever!! I love watching videos from Soul Train! That’s where I got most of my music taste

[@steve3ri]

Iconic! Pat always stood out, in a great way. People tried to emulate her, which is an honor. So glad to see where she is and what she is up to. She looks fantastic as well.

[@iem4108]

I've been enjoying you ST uploads for years!

[@steve3ri]

Thank you so much.

[@chrishinson7081]

Wow...I'm glad she received her flowers while she can still smell them ! This was beautiful.

[@MatteBlack2024]

She looks fantastic!!! Seems like a great spirit and she’s been so blessed. So happy for her.👍🏽

[@MsBellasworld]

Keke Palmer favors her! Definitely could play her in a biopic.

[@sonyaethaniel]

WORD

[@sonyaethaniel]

​@@MsBellasworldI was thinking Drew from RHOA😊

[@creativequeen8371]

You just summed up what I wanted to say. I love her spirit and outlook on life. Amazing woman👏🏾

[@creativequeen8371]

​@@MsBellasworldTHAT'S who she was reminding me of. Spot on! Thank you.

[@bradnobl]

I'm amazed at the amount of face time she got, they really focused on her. I didn't think 15yrs old was old enough for the show. Her stories with the Jacksons & others really brings them down to Earth 🌎. This episode pulled every emotion out of you. Wonderful Lady!

[@victoriad1189]

I’m so glad I finally got to see Patricia Davis tell how it was being on Soul Train❤

[@mariastewart8810]

IKR - I'm glad they tracked her down and got this interview 🤗

[@danajohnson7827]

I love that lady , I was obsessed with her. She was the baddest and most talented dancer in soultrain history.💜💃💃💃

[@ValerieProctor-uc3xf]

So true, my entire family loved her. I am so glad she's still doing her thing!

[@cynthiakirtz3522]

I totally agree!!!

[@gloriousjohnson1807]

: Pat/Damita Jo/Fawn Q

[@meandmy2cents309]

I absolutely love these features. I grew up in the late 70/80’s and the dancers were a huge influence on us kids. Pat always had the prettiest Afro. It’s so cool to see how successful they became after the show. Bravo to Ms Patricia and all of the other dancers. ❤

[@mariastewart8810]

IKR, she did dat!!😊

[@zoeygirl]

She's so beautiful, graceful and timeless!! I can only imagine the stories she has! We need a book if she hasn't done one!

[@missywink1504]

What a beautiful, and classy, lady! A sparkly butterfly who spread her wings, and shares her magic!

[@carroll11000]

She is STILL incredible!!!

[@SallyeRustin-d2z]

You were blessed with that rhythm in your bones and your right what God has for you is just for you Amen 😊

[@deeelo5501]

I’m crying tears of joy right now for her and THANKING GOD for her provision and care. What a story!!!!

[@chicvibe1]

I get chills watching this - every Soul Train story is so amazing - I truly feel there is a lot of power behind the scenes making these connections so that something really special happens. I could listen to Miss Patricia tell many more stories!

[@tom11zz884]

She's a gem. And i love the fact that she moved out of America to work as a dance instructor. I hope they do a video on Pam Brown as well.

[@kayshawnsimmons5585]

Yes, all the women need to go abroad at least once

[@oneflowerninjamagic1912]

this was put together sooo good . No narrator - just A Diva Sharing Shine & Heat 🏆💥

[@2Misha]

Patricia Davis was always my #1 favorite dancer. So happy to see her beautiful as ever!

[@kayshawnsimmons5585]

Living the life you dreamed has her still looking beautiful 😻🥰

[@nikitacraig600]

That was a history lesson. Much respect to her. Love her spirit. When you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life.

[@truthbetold1074]

This made me tear up....there is NOTHING this fly going on today!....I absolutely LOVE this!🥰 and her...always watched .....always a favorite!!

[@peytonpendleton2343]

Riiight! Absolutely NOTHING🤌🏾‼️

[@gigidawn2003]

The respect, comradery, love, fashion sense, humility, and professionalism at such a young age. Nothing like it will happen again.

[@maldiviansun8500]

And one thing about the ST dancers is that they all are so talented and humble. Humility is like a lost art these days. People claim x, y and z so often without any competence.

[@truthbetold1074]

and.....will their BS stand the test of time...? I think not..@@maldiviansun8500

[@donburton2383]

Simply the greatest female dancer ever on soul train!

[@robert-nm1kc]

She WAS and still IS such a beautiful, strong black woman inside and out. We need more people in the world like her. ❤

[@djtmac]

Bout damn time yall came out with a new episode.......... need more of these legendary dancers getting their flowers & sharing their amazing memories.

[@rayamaro9963]

I was living in Tacoma Park Maryland as a young boy, and I used to Love watching Soul Train every Saturday morning. The dancers would really get into the music. It was pure fun and a much more innocent time than what kids are into today. A lot of fun. And a lot of famous people made their debut on the show.

[@CVines-zd5xs]

*Takoma

[@J329-s4h]

Bruh, we must protect Patricia “Butterfly” Davis at all costs!

[@janeenhobbs6900]

Why what happened

[@teashiaincrediibleh.3646]

Yes, she is history. ❤

[@lauramscott9252]

For real! And Damita Jo!

[@katherinehardware4880]

Why its an easy corny a** dance move.

[@shirleywest5924]

She should receive a soul train award during the soul Train music Awards!!👍😁🌹

[@CarolAnn-gh9fl]

She’s going strong and beautiful. Great to see her again

[@SylviaTroutman-p6y]

WOW! I am totally lost for WORDS, this woman is phenomenal 🙏 I used to look at Soul train, so happy she made it to the top! A real Queen ❤️👑

[@lesliewit]

You know when they start off the story with "I don't know if I should tell this", everybody just leans in closer! What an icon!

[@nicoleclark3004]

This was such a great episode! She looks amazing ❤❤

[@kayshawnsimmons5585]

I Agree 🥰

[@Nuverselive]

I don’t know who running this channel.. but Please keep it going. Dance was the replacement for the ceremonies we had together as a community as indigenous ppl. Dance 🪩 is our soul moving. It was one of the only times black and brown ppl felt free. Dance is spiritual and necessary to be a balanced human. The soul speaks when we move. We need soul train back in every city on a tour to see all the beautiful ppl that love to dance. I believe in the bottom of my heart this would reduce crime. This would be a great experiment to see can we shift our culture with dance 💃🏽 and music 🎶 ANYONE ELSE AGREE?

[@kapriestil1535]

AGREE!

[@Miss-p1w]

She’s amazing and still beautiful! Those soul trains dancers are truly blessed.

[@kayshawnsimmons5585]

They deserved to be paid, Don was wrong for that

[@divinej802]

I felt every word she said. She definitely has the gift of expression, a true butterfly 🦋. Thank you for sharing your experience and embody the spirit of dance and community.

[@viviennedunbar3374]

She is definitely my favorite by far, I love her original and energetic style of dance, with her unique elegance. Perfection.

[@dianahoward4226]

Pat Davis is one of my favorite Soul Train Dancers. I always looked for her on the show and would focus on her moves, hairstyles and clothing 😍. Beautiful interview and glad to know that she’s dancing 💕

[@kells881]

I never get tired, seeing these stories of the dancers, learning & knowing more about them. This is a part of our culture & history. Glad to have been around even though I was a small kid back then, to witness such great moments that can never be duplicated. Pat was beautiful then & still to this day. What a beautiful spirit she possesses.

[@AngelaRBraggs]

For sure Pat Davis was always my favorite Soul Train dancer!! I loved her dance moves, attire & beauty (which she still possesses)! I remember wearing a butterfly in my hair & emulating Pat Davis' dance moves when I was a young teen. Thank you, Pat, for sharing your talents and love with the world. God bless you always! Angela

[@ShervyseSmiles]

I was smiling the whole time ❤ She dances from her soul and the energy she brings is contagious 🙌🏽♥️

[@yumyum215]

Don Cornelius had to be putting SOMETHING in that chicken! Every single dancer looks so youthful! She is stunning and I love her style on the show! I love this series!

[@yumyum215]

​@@darlenetaylor5597 it's just a joke 🙄

[@mariastewart8810]

I believe the chicken was from KFC!😂

[@nikpick33]

Probably weren't as many crazy things in food back then all the gmo stuff. Could be wrong, but yeah most of them seem to still be very youthful. Maybe it is all the dancing. Most of them seem to have good attitudes too maybe that helps with aging.

[@beverlyclark9497]

They where young my generation I'm 72 years old now soul train was everything. The 70's for young black kids this was ours. The white kids had American band stand with Dick Clark@nikpick33

[@OddWomanOut_Pi81]

So many of these legends are still out here doing their thing in one way or another... It's truly dope. 💕

[@gldesigns348123]

Patricia Davis was always my favorite on the show and she still looks wonderful!!

[@sandysandy8938]

YOU DID IT AGAIN!! This was excellent. I almost felt like I was there. Take a bow and give us more of the Dancer Spotlights! 🙌🏾

[@FranPett]

I used to ❤ watching Pat! She tied for #1 female dancer, next to Damita. Pat used lots of creative props in her routines. Much Love. RIP Tyrone Proctor.

[@georgiatenantadvocategroup2822]

❤.

[@cherylclark2816]

Damita Jo!! Her dancing with Joe Tex to " I Gotcha!"

[@curlyb4c95]

@@cherylclark2816 “Ah huh huh”. Loved it!

[@kfog9430]

I was born in the 80s but I loved watching Soul Train reruns growing up on late night tv. I loved hearing this story.

[@heathertea2704]

SO glad to see Miss Davis. LOVED her Looks and Dances.😊

[@sexxiredd74]

Yes indeed:)

[@mackattuh5420]

I hear the gratitude in her voice as she speaks

[@myolox]

Much respect to Patricia and the golden years of Soul Train. This Lady still got at her age! Truly one of the best influential programs I watched on Saturdays.

[@jamesvaughn9347]

This is an amazing story. I remember seeing you ALL those years, I rarely missed a show. May God continue to bless you Madam Butterfly, your positive energy is uplifting!🙏🏼💙👏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@TheAverycross]

Thank you so much for not only archiving the dancers and moments that made "Soul Train" a truly special show in the first place, but for highlighting Ms. Patricia Davis, an extraordinary woman with quite a talent, blessings, and stories to share. She's really inspiring to me. And on top of that, Ms. Davis mentions here that she's worked extensively with celebrities and other dancers in her domestic and international travels, proving further that anyone can broaden their worlds with their passions and skills if they want to. "Soul Train" remains a treasure and it would not have been possible without the vision of the late Don Cornelius. Much respect to all of you.

[@nosyrosy1]

Finally y'all got the Grand Diva of Soul Train!! She was my all time favorite on the show! She looks amazing and still got the moves. Wishing her all the best!👑🖤✌🏾✊🏾

[@professorhamamoto]

I so badly wanted to dance on "Soul Train." Thanks for posting this piece.🤩😍🥰

[@rosebud7722]

I remembered watching Soul Train every Saturday afternoon, couldn't wait for it to come on. Miss Davis still looks the same! Beautiful as ever! I learned how to dance from watching Miss Davis and the Soul Train Dancers..Thank you for these wonderful memories of watching Soul Train. RILove Don Cornelius. Blessings to everyone!

[@fitnesswithdjxstra]

I simply LOVE watching these clips of Soul Train Dancers! As a litter girl I grew up watching this TV show every Saturday morning. Becoming a Soul Trainer was a dream of mine to become, but as I gotten older and eligible to travel to LA, the show was coming to an end. These clips definitely remind me of my childhood and what shape me to this day as a professional performer.

[@baassik8419]

Same here. I ended up doing music ,(bass guitar/music production), but I still dance with that old school influence.

[@CuirPhotodotNet]

.....me too....i became a dancer choreographer for music videos....commercials ....fashions...i did it for about 25 years...had a dance scholarship as a teen the whole bit because of all of those wonderful people on ST....

[@ChristopherSadlowski]

​@@CuirPhotodotNetwow, that must have been fun, if really grueling, work! I've always admired creative people since I'm not exceptionally talented at anything in particular. It's amazing to see a studio, essentially a blank canvas, go from a group of people standing around to moving in perfect synchronization. To watch a choreographer go from an idea to actualized movement. It's just awesome.

[@benitz2628]

I’m so proud of Pat. Pat and I used to walk home after school together (Crenshaw High). In 1973 Pat invited me to come and dance on Soul Train. She was and is an amazing woman and friend. She has a😮held a high place in heart.

[@goldenboi778]

She still looks FANTASTIC...YOU GO GIRL!!!

[@sharonchilds3871]

Such a wonderful story. Soul train changed her life and she’s still at it!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@DavidRoss-lo7kz]

Patricia Ann Davis and Damita Jo Freeman definitely my two favorite female dancers on Soul Train... Davis can be seen in the movie Disco 9000 jumping out of the cake. Patricia and Vicki Abercrombie brought their fashion scene to the show....

[@mariastewart8810]

Riiight!! Dem two were the isht!😂😂

[@DavidRoss-lo7kz]

@@mariastewart8810 Absolutely

[@lornawest47]

Wow that was her 😮

[@daddyclemons8258]

I was in love with Ms Davis love to see her dance@@lornawest47

[@JohnSmith-qj6bj]

Love them both,I hope they get to interview Vicki

[@na_k]

There's so much history in our culture that just isn't widely known. Thank you BET for sharing these stories!

[@lindahunter7469]

Loved watching this. She was one of my all time favorite dancers on Soul Train.

[@LovelyBri]

She is so beautiful and graceful ❤

[@lanelle.delina]

What an amazing journey she had in life. 😊 She still got the moves!

[@kayshawnsimmons5585]

Yes, I would love to see a movie about her

[@dtalilah]

So glad to see soul train and bet give people their flowers...this was great. I love the dancers from soul train what Don created was magical. I love her sharing what type of experiences and all the blessings that came her way ❤

[@thelmastrayhorn5359]

Jeffrey Daniels Was A Beast Himself..went from a Soul Train Dancer To become Founding Member of one the best vocal groups ever SHALAMAR/ Howard Hewitt/Jody Watley Legendary!

[@ampollard7041]

And is the originator of the Moon Walk

[@LevelingUpMyLife]

These stories are so beautful. I really light up living through their nostalgia. ❤

[@MsTexas73]

YAY! I’m so glad to finally see an episode on Patricia Davis. One of my FAVORITE Soul Train dancers and one of the originals. This was a great episode. Thank you. 💜💫✨🤗🤌🏾

[@shesaidsomething1]

Love her spirit! It's hard being sensitive but your beautiful spirit shines through!

[@janholder2286]

I love how it started at her Aunt’s cafe. I love her humility and how she gives God the glory. What a beautiful and super talented woman!!🦋❤🦋

[@TWINS10984]

MISS DAVIS WATCHING YOU AFTER FOUR DECADES , BOUGHT BACK GREAT MEMORIES GOD BLESS YOU LOVE FOREVER, FOREVER. XOXOX

[@OGArmy0613]

WE RESPECT YOU! A lot of these dances today curated from the dances of the past....and any dancer would know that. Thank you, for being a light in dance.

[@oceanlover2426]

Absolutely. So much respect for her both her talent and INTEGRITY. So beautifully powerful of her to stay true to herself. 💯🙏🏾💛

[@t.c.o.g.773]

Wowwwwwww Look at her she’s still moving❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤this lady was and still is blessed she’s seen the whole world 🌎 man AND SHES STILL LOOK GOOD 👍 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🌹

[@tr54natural5]

One of the most amazing dancers ever to be on Soul Train. She’s still gorgeous and love her spirit. 😄😄😄

[@belindagrimes2418]

Patricia Davis was an AMAZING DANCER!💯📣⭐🎶🔥

[@crencottrell7849]

Beautiful woman and a amazing dancer too 😊

[@samanthaenfiedjian7354]

@crencottrell7849 Long time no see. Hope all is well with you and your family. I am now living in Europe. Six months now...😊 Good to know you're still around💕

[@djborum9014]

I grew up watching the show and loved it. I love the stories and her positivity.

[@MissBibi2000]

Miss Pat is AMAZING!! Thanks for your contribution to that dance world!

[@cherylwallace2490]

Amazing!! Soul Train is what I grew up on, dancing with Patricia and the soul train gang in my living room…. God Blessed her and it is my prayer that she continually be blessed.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️💃🏿💃🏿💯👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🥰

[@ericar.hutcherson874]

Yyyaaass. She is aging beautiful. Loved her!! She also danced on American Bandstand.

[@penelopelowder5204]

WOW! What a great life! She’s amazing!! I would love to see more of the Soul Train stories. It was such a special time and a special show! Loved Soul Train!

[@toosassy]

Yes Ma'am, come on thru Ms. Davis!! I've been watching since I was a toddler, yes a toddler!! I def remember you and if I could have written, I would have! Many blessings to you!😍

[@robinperryman6474]

I remember seeing her every Saturday morning. So glad she was blessed to go on to bigger and better things. God bless her.

[@sandy27sims]

I loved Soul Train as a kid, they looked like me it was so awesome!!!. I loved the 70's best era everrrrr.❤😊

[@queen4life689]

❤

[@gritzgravy1760]

The scream I let out when I saw a new episode with my girl Pat Madame Butterfly Davis. She is still looking good

[@mariastewart8810]

I thought I was the only one who did dat😁! So happy to see her.😊

[@shirleywest5924]

I was so excited too because I look at videos and search for her all the time cuz I love to see her dance and I love her when I was 12 years old!! She is still very beautiful and does not look 70!!

[@number1angel66]

Thanks for sharing this! Patricia is iconic and full of grace! Blessings of love and light to all!

[@douglasjones2570]

I just love this. Thank you!!

[@aliltasteofheavensmith994]

I love these Ms. Pat, thank you for sharing your story with the world. Your dance moves were iconic🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@mychannel-zu6tz]

Ms.Pat Davis an OG!!Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful ❤️

[@gigidawn2003]

Love seeing her tranquility and reverence for her fellow peers

[@douglasjones2570]

Fantastic. So graceful and beautiful. Thank you very much!

[@QueenV0323]

Just a graceful lady, so impressive…her light is still shining so bright…God continue to Bless Ms Patricia Butterfly Davis

[@CCTH2221-lp2zj]

Now this what I’ve been waiting for. This lady was the original crush for so many young boys including yours truly😇

[@datsreal7953]

WOW...💯💯💯🦾🦾🦾🦾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾✔️✔️✔️✔️ HER WHOLE STYLE WAS SUPER DUPER INCREDIBLY FLY AND LEGENDARY...!!! I REMEMBER HER THEE MOST..💎

[@reginaedwards391]

Pat Davis was one of my favorites when I was a little girl I used to love her fashion so glad to see that she is doing well and looking just Beautiful

[@CozumelTy]

Thank you all! You guys are such role models. We would wake up early on Sat mornings just to see you all!! Thank you thank you. We love you!! Just positive, positive! Wish we still had this type of show and people liked it.

[@lauramscott9252]

Soul Train & everything else about it will NEVER go out of style! Most of the styles from the 70's are slowly making a comeback! 😁

[@boomerang905]

Many of the dance styles never really left. They were so fresh and cool. 😊

[@lauramscott9252]

@@boomerang905 Yes! Very true! I agree! 💯