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Michael Jackson's 'Robot' Dance Stuns Cher in 1975
29 Jun
Summary
- Teenage Michael Jackson amazed Cher by mastering the robot dance.
- Jackson 5 performed hits and the iconic robot dance on The Cher Show.
- Cher had to learn the robot dance moves on the spot from the Jacksons.
In March 1975, a 16-year-old Michael Jackson captivated Cher with his performance on The Cher Show. During a medley of Jackson 5 hits, including "Dancing Machine," Jackson executed a mesmerizing robot dance that left Cher impressed. She later recalled learning the complex moves spontaneously from the group.
This iconic performance occurred as Jackson was transitioning from a child star to a solo artist, with his voice deepening and his stage presence evolving. The Jackson 5 themselves were also undergoing changes, leaving Motown for Epic Records and renaming themselves The Jacksons the following year.
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