John Travolta, like a fine wine, has only gotten better with age. The 65-year-old legend recently gave James Corden a playful dance lesson, showing that he hasn’t lost a step. During an episode of *The Late Late Show,* Corden asked English power couple Aaron and Sam Taylor-Johnson about their Halloween transformation into Uma Thurman and John Travolta’s iconic *Pulp Fiction* characters. The conversation quickly turned into a tribute to the beloved film, especially its famous dance sequence starring Travolta and Thurman.
Corden then asked Travolta to teach them some dance moves. Known for his legendary performances in *Saturday Night Fever* and *Grease,* Travolta effortlessly commanded the dance floor once again, proving he could still “shake a tail feather.” He taught the trio classic moves like the mashed potato, the hip shaker, the twist, the swim, and, of course, the Batman. Although the dance was simple, Travolta’s charisma made it a joy to watch.
John Travolta Takes Us to ‘Pulp Fiction’ Dance Class
On December 5, 2019, an episode of *The Late Late Show with James Corden* aired, featuring Travolta leading a dance class that became an instant hit. The video has since garnered 18.9 million views on Corden’s YouTube channel. Fans were thrilled to see Travolta back on the dance floor, with comments like, “You never lose class, John Travolta,” and “John Travolta should be recognized as a national treasure.” Many praised his charm, legendary status, strength, and positive energy.
One of cinema’s most iconic moments is the dance scene between Travolta and Thurman in Quentin Tarantino’s *Pulp Fiction.* In the film, Travolta plays Vincent Vega, a career criminal tasked with entertaining Mia Wallace, the boss’s wife, played by Thurman. When they arrive at a venue, Mia insists on joining the dance competition, and the pair dance to Chuck Berry’s “You Never Can Tell.” The dance moves Travolta showcased on Corden’s show are the same ones from that legendary scene.
Behind the Iconic Pulp Fiction Dance Scene
The Corden segment also revealed interesting details about Travolta’s role in creating the dance scene in *Pulp Fiction.* “Quentin was adamant about us doing the twist, which is fun, but there’s only so long you want to watch someone doing the twist,” Travolta explained.
He added, “I told Quentin that when I was growing up, there were novelty dances like the swim and the Batman. I suggested we expand the variety.” Travolta’s suggestion convinced Tarantino, leading to the creation of the legendary dance scene.
