On Tuesday, Kevin Bacon celebrated his 67th birthday in a lively way by sharing a video of himself dancing alongside his wife, Kyra Sedgwick. The actor, well-known for the 1984 film Footloose, posted a clip showing off his dance moves as he welcomed his 67th year with a “birthday shimmy.”
Remembering Kevin Bacon’s Iconic Role in Footloose
Bacon is especially remembered for his portrayal of Ren McCormack in Footloose, a character who moves to a small town where dancing is banned. The movie follows his efforts to bring dancing back to the youth of the town, reflecting Bacon’s energetic dance style that fans still associate with him today. This role has become a defining moment in his long career.
Celebrity Wishes Highlight Bacon’s Enduring Popularity
The birthday post attracted over 46,000 well wishes, including messages from actor Justin Long and singer Jennifer Nettles, showing just how beloved Bacon remains across generations. His extensive career even inspired the popular game “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon,” which illustrates his wide-reaching influence in the entertainment industry.
Kyra Sedgwick Shares a Playful Birthday Tribute
Kyra Sedgwick, Bacon’s wife for over 36 years, also honored him on social media with a video of the couple acting mischievous together. She wrote,
Told Kevin I had a surprise for his birthday…don’t think this is what he had in mind,
followed by,
Happy Birthday @kevinbacon, thanks for being my forever partner in crime!
—Kyra Sedgwick, Actress
Dance Partners Reunite for New Film at Tribeca
In addition to their personal celebration, Bacon and Sedgwick recently reunited professionally as dance partners in the film The Best You Can, which premiered last month at the Tribeca Film Festival. This project marks their first collaboration in two decades, blending their real-life partnership with on-screen chemistry.
Kevin Bacon Embraces Dancing for the First Time in Years
Although Bacon has admitted to being reluctant to dance publicly, especially at weddings, he enthusiastically embraced dancing for this new movie. Writer-director Michael J. Weithorn explained to Entertainment Weekly that Bacon “didn’t require any coaxing” to hit the dance floor for their scenes. Weithorn detailed,
That was part of the whole story as it was written, that they go to this wedding, crash it, and he tries to coax her into doing it and cheer her up that way,
adding,
It takes him a minute to figure out exactly what the dance is, and then they transition from bumping to doing a freeform dance, and so forth.
—Michael J. Weithorn, Writer-Director
The Lasting Charm of Kevin Bacon’s Dance Moves
Kevin Bacon’s willingness to dance both on and off screen, especially on his 67th birthday, continues to captivate his fans. His playful energy alongside Kyra Sedgwick not only celebrates a milestone but also highlights the couple’s strong bond and shared love for the craft. As Bacon moves into this new chapter, his fans eagerly await what he will share next in his multifaceted career.
