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When artists dive into each other’s choreography, the result is unforgettable! From Ariana Grande channeling Britney Spears to Joseph Gordon-Levitt mastering Janet Jackson’s “Rhythm Nation,” these moments showcase the fun, skill, and respect behind stepping into another dancer’s shoes. Watch as celebs like Channing Tatum, Lady Gaga, and Margot Robbie bring their own flavor to iconic moves and viral routines alike.
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00:05Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the time celebs put their
00:10best foot forward trying to replicate their contemporaries' choreography.
00:2210. Ariana Grande Does Oops I Did It Again
00:25With two powerhouse vocalists on The Voice, there was no way we wouldn't get some sort of sing-off at
00:31some point.
00:32It's a showdown! Which means going against Ariana right now, it's a showdown.
00:40Luckily, Jimmy Fallon's That's My Jam provided the perfect stage.
00:45Grande and Kelly Clarkson went back and forth with an impromptu melody of modern divas,
00:50from Whitney Houston to Celine Dion to Shania Twain to Toni Braxton.
00:55I want a girl, but it's all, homie, come back to me now.
01:05Of course, the one and only Miss Britney Spears made the mix, too.
01:09Grande upped her game by not only nailing the vocals, but proving how big a Britney fan she is
01:14by breaking out the iconic Oops choreography.
01:17Really? All that was missing was the red cat suit.
01:23I'll break your heart, got lost in a game. Oh baby, baby.
01:319. Britney Spears and Ellen DeGeneres Learned Gangnam Style
01:35Speaking of Britney, even the princess of pop isn't immune to a global dance craze.
01:41Show me. It looks easier than it is, but it's like a two and then one, right? How do you
01:47do it?
01:47When Si's Gangnam Style exploded, its horse riding dance became an instant viral sensation worldwide.
01:54Anyone who was anyone couldn't resist dancing along, including Spears and Ellen,
01:59who learned the infectious choreography from Si himself on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
02:04One and two and three and four.
02:07And hands gotta be soft like this and bounce like you're riding an invisible horse.
02:15Watching them pick up the moves and clearly have a lot of fun doing so just made the whole segment
02:20even more endearing. It might not be the kind of moves Britney's known for,
02:24but that doesn't mean she can't jump on board. We loved watching them get into the spirit of it all.
02:32Number 8. Channing Tatum Unleashes His Sasha Fierce
02:36Lip-sync battle has had its share of unforgettable moments,
02:40but Channing Tatum's performance of Beyonce's run-the-world girls stands out.
02:51Famous for his dance moves in Magic Mike, Tatum went all in,
02:56dressing up as Beyonce and nailing her unapologetic stage presence.
03:00He handled the tough choreography with skill,
03:03matching Beyonce's powerful performance style.
03:12The highlight came when Beyonce joined him on stage,
03:16turning the tribute into a legendary moment.
03:19This performance is remembered as one of the show's best,
03:22showing real dedication and showmanship.
03:25It just goes to show that with the right amount of power and attitude,
03:29anyone can find their inner Sasha Fierce.
03:32Go off, Queen Bees!
03:39Number 7. Joe Jonas Becomes a Single Lady
03:42This video has become a core memory for all aughts kids.
03:51It might have looked like a random mess around,
03:54but it actually originated from a bet Joe lost to his brothers.
03:58The fans voted on his forfeit, and here we are.
04:01The video dropped during a two-week countdown
04:04to the group's then-latest album,
04:06Lines, Vines, and Trying Times,
04:08helping build up hype.
04:16Disney and record execs warned Joe it could ruin his image,
04:20but he and his brothers ignored it,
04:22trusting their fans had a good sense of humor.
04:25Indeed, the video went viral.
04:27Does B have to worry about her crown?
04:29Perhaps not, but it's still hilarious to watch.
04:32Feel like I think you should have put a ring on it
04:34Don't be bad, I want you to see it, I keep on it
04:37Cause if you feel like I think you should have put a ring on it
04:39Oh, oh, oh
04:40Number 6. Dulé Hill teaches Jennifer Hudson how to tap dance.
04:44Stepping away from pop choreography for a moment,
04:47we turn to the intricate rhythms of tap dance.
04:50I ain't never had a tap dance shoe.
04:52You are here.
04:52Can you please teach me a little something on how to tap dance?
04:57Alright.
04:57That would bless my life so.
04:59I can do a little something.
04:59On these ends, I finally get the try.
05:01Jennifer Hudson is known for unparalleled vocals
05:04and award-winning performances,
05:06but tap isn't usually her lane.
05:09That's what made it so fun to watch Broadway veteran Dulé Hill
05:12guide her through the basics.
05:14I'ma teach you a cramp roll.
05:15Uh-oh, what'd that mean?
05:16Toe.
05:18Toe.
05:20Hill.
05:22Hill.
05:22Famous for his footwork in Bring in the Noise, Bring in the Funk,
05:26Hill patiently walked her through the rhythms and timing.
05:28You could see the focus and excitement as she picked it up step-by-step.
05:33It's not about tap perfection,
05:34but about the joy of learning something new from an absolute pro.
05:39The Expressway is available on PBS and streaming on PBS app.
05:45Show me.
05:46Number 5.
05:47Austin Butler teaches Ashley Banjo Elvis moves.
05:50Butler's immersive portrayal of Elvis Presley was transformative,
05:54earning him widespread acclaim.
05:56You ain't nothing but a lot of fallout.
05:58I said you'll further our own New hug.
06:01You ain't nothing but a lot of love.
06:03There's one day all I call it.
06:05Yeah, you ain't never gonna fall out.
06:08You ain't all spend another long.
06:10His commitment extended far beyond memorizing lines and finding Elvis' voice.
06:14He rigorously studied and mastered the king's distinctive signature dance moves and stage mannerisms.
06:26So it was especially fun watching him teach those signature gyrations to Ashley Banjo.
06:32Banjo, who leads dance troupe Diversity, is usually all about sharp street dance and big
06:38athletic tricks.
06:39So seeing him switch gears and learn Elvis' smooth, controlled style from the actor who
06:44had just brought him back to life was amazing.
06:46Maybe he'll even incorporate some of those moves into future diversity routines.
06:574.
07:04Lady Gaga Does the Wednesday Dance
07:06Jenna Ortega's delightfully deadpan dance in season one of Wednesday quickly snapped
07:11its way into viral history, inspiring endless recreations across the internet.
07:23Only this version used a different backing track than Goo Goo Muck, so of course it was
07:28a huge deal when Lady Gaga herself jumped in on the trend.
07:39Known for her bold visuals and flair for the dramatic, Gaga was a perfect match for Wednesday's
07:45spooky cool choreography.
07:47Adding her own signature touch to the gothic groove, she proved once again that she's
07:52always in on the cultural movement.
07:54We're pretty sure this was low-key her audition to get onto season two, and it worked!
07:59With my hands and hands above my head
08:02Dance together when you feel more boy, he's dead
08:05No.
08:063.
08:06Margot Robbie Does Kate Bush's Wuthering Heights
08:09When footage of Margot Robbie twirling across the Yorkshire moors surfaced, the internet
08:14understandably lost it.
08:25Shared by dialect coach William Conacher, the clip shows Robbie in full Kathy Earnshaw costume,
08:32passionately recreating the interpretive choreography from Kate Bush's Wuthering Heights, flowy red
08:38dress and all.
08:39It's a far cry from her polished moves in Barbie, but at this point, is there any style she can't
08:45pull off?
08:46Apparently, she's even gotten her Jingle Bell rock on, which we still need to see.
08:50Yeah, I don't remember it right now, but I'm pretty sure, yeah, the, the sli-
08:54Yeah.
08:56Oh, that's slow.
08:57Yeah, yeah, yeah, that's slow.
08:58Oh my, oh my god, he does know it!
09:00He does know it!
09:01Anyway, we'd gladly accept her Wuthering Heights dance as a surprise addition to the final cut,
09:06or it's in the deleted scenes.
09:15John Travolta teaches Jimmy Fallon Grease Dance
09:18There are few dances as universally recognized and beloved as several of the moves from Grease,
09:24from the hand-dive to this moment from You're the One That I Want.
09:27You're the One That I Want.
09:36Travolta, who immortalized Danny Zuko, taught Fallon those iconic hip thrusts on The Tonight
09:41Show, creating pure late-night television gold. Watching the original master guide Fallon through
09:48the choreography was a delightful trip down memory lane.
09:57Travolta's effortless command of the steps, even decades later, just reminds us of the movie's
10:03timeless appeal, and provides a charming masterclass directly from the source. It was a heartwarming
10:09moment of a legend sharing his indelible legacy with an eager student.
10:191. Joseph Gordon-Levitt Becomes Part of the Rhythm Nation
10:24On Lip Sync Battle, Joseph Gordon-Levitt delivered a performance no one saw coming.
10:35Fully suited up in the signature military-inspired look, he recreated the sharp, intricate choreography
10:42from Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation, almost as if he'd stepped straight out of the music video.
10:47This was a huge step up from those 500 Days of Summer moves, but he committed to every beat,
10:53every snap, and every formation with military precision. The intensity and technical accuracy
11:08were truly next level, to the point that it felt less like a parody and more like a full tribute.
11:14By the final pose, there was no question, he earned his place in the Rhythm Nation.
11:24Did we miss any iconic dance homages? Let us know in the comments!
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