Country music legend George Strait delighted fans during a recent performance in Las Vegas by breaking into the “Trump dance,” the now-iconic move popularized by President-elect Donald Trump during his campaign rallies.

Strait’s rendition of the dance took place on Saturday night at Allegiant Stadium, adding to a growing list of notable figures who have embraced the lighthearted gesture since Trump’s landslide election victory.
The “Trump dance,” typically performed by Trump to the Village People’s classic song “Y.M.C.A.,” became a staple of his high-energy campaign rallies.
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The move, which features simple arm swings and clapping, has since become a cultural phenomenon, with athletes, entertainers, and even world leaders adopting it in various settings.
Strait’s audience erupted in applause and cheers as the country superstar casually executed the dance during his set.
Fans shared videos of the moment on social media, where it quickly went viral, drawing both praise and amusement from viewers.
The King of Country himself @GeorgeStrait brought out the Trump Dance last night in Vegas…
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— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) December 8, 2024
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🚨WOW! George Strait, the King of Country himself, is now PROUDLY doing the iconic “Trump dance” on stage at concerts!
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The move aligns Strait with a growing number of public figures who have publicly replicated Trump’s dance moves.
Sports stars have been particularly enthusiastic in adopting the gesture, often incorporating it into their touchdown celebrations.
In the NFL, players including Nick Bosa of the San Francisco 49ers, Za’Darius Smith of the Detroit Lions, Calvin Ridley of the Tennessee Titans, and Brock Bowers of the Las Vegas Raiders have performed the Trump dance after scoring touchdowns.
Videos of these celebratory moments have also circulated widely, demonstrating the dance’s appeal across different audiences.
BROCK BOWERS DONALD TRUMP DANCE TD CELLY pic.twitter.com/rMKydRXlVh https://t.co/ywElsy2yAZ
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) November 17, 2024
UFC champion Jon Jones added his own flair to the dance during a recent match at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The fight, attended by President-elect Trump, featured Jones breaking into the moves after his victory, drawing cheers from the crowd.
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— Gad Saad (@GadSaad) November 17, 2024
The dance’s popularity isn’t confined to the United States.
Argentina’s newly elected President Javier Milei joined the trend during a visit to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida.
Milei, a staunch ally of Trump, was seen enthusiastically performing the dance in a lighthearted moment that further solidified his alignment with the incoming administration.
Mar-a-Lago: President Javier Milei did the Trump dance to Y.M.C.A. when he was introduced at CPAC’s Investors Summit. pic.twitter.com/OLJzxFUlcb
— Julio Rosas (@Julio_Rosas11) November 15, 2024
While some left-leaning media personalities, including late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, have mocked the dance, their criticism appears to have little impact on its growing cultural significance.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the Village People, has offered his endorsement of Trump’s use of “Y.M.C.A.,” expressing gratitude that his music has become a rallying cry for the president-elect’s movement.
“I’m glad I allowed the President-elect’s continued use of ‘Y.M.C.A.’ And I thank him for choosing to use my song,” Willis said in a Facebook post, even giving Trump’s dance an “A” grade.
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Willis says he supports Trump using the song because it brings “joy to the American people.”
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The embrace of Trump’s dance by prominent athletes, entertainers, and world leaders signals a shift in cultural dynamics, with traditional media narratives seemingly losing influence over public figures.
As the dance continues to spread across various sectors, it demonstrates the staying power of Trump’s campaign branding and his broader cultural influence.
George Strait’s participation in the trend adds yet another chapter to the growing phenomenon, showcasing how Trump’s unique style has transcended politics to become a source of entertainment and unity for his supporters.
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