Is 72 the new 24? Judging by this footage of ’80s icon Toni Basil cutting a rug, the answer is demonstrably yes. Possibly even “yasss.”
Related: Is There A Hidden Message In Madonna’s New Album Cover?
Best known for her manic 1982 anthem “Mickey,” Basil went on to become a hugely successful choreographer, helming the fancy footwork for Tina Turner’s last tour, Bette Midler’s Vegas spectacular, and various routines in films like Legally Blonde and My Best Friend’s Wedding.
Related: 16 Incredible Drag Queen Interpretations Of Your Favorite ’80s & ’90s Heroines And Villains
How about we take this to the next level?
Our newsletter is like a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.
Clearly she hasn’t lost an ounce of the ferocity demonstrated on that bouncy “Mickey” vid on endless rotation in the early days of MTV.
Let’s compare and contrast, shall we?
robho3
Damn! You go girl!
Guy068
She looks good for ANY age. I’m gonna look for any footage of her doing dance styles I enjoy now…
Dorian Prince
This made my day! So inspiring. Work Toni!!!
bobbyjoe
Well, after a day that’s been pretty bad, that made me happy.
Oh, Toni you’re so fine, you’re so fine you blow my mind, hey, Toni!
PRINCE OF SNARKNESS aka DIVKID
Madge, take note.
crowebobby
Okay . . . so DON’T act your age!
Chris
Wow!