The guy in the middle is Bobby Banas, who died yesterday at the tender age of 90, according to his only son's instagram. He appeared in many movie musicals, and had the role of Joyboy in film West Side Story. He had more acting roles later in life. He was also a dance teacher to many aspiring dancers who went on to lucrative careers. He was & still is a legend in dance history. RIP Bobby, and Godspeed. Thank you for entertaining us for decades
*The young man up front & center is Professional Dancer Robert Banas. He is still alive & doing well at 87. Robert choreographed this song. He was born in New York City Sept 22.* Edited update: since I last updated information on Mr Banas 5 months ago he is now 88 & kicking. "literally" with them hyper-lego's..lol 🕺🤸
I can't take my eyes off Bobby Banas and such style...such fired up dancing--this is becoming one of my favorite videos on You Tube....great to watch over and over again
Rest In Peace, Mr Robert (Bobby) Banas (1933-2024), choreographer and main dancer of this 1-derful number, Thank You for sharing your artistry with us.
His name is Bobby Banas. He danced as a Jet in "West Side Story", the lead chimney sweep in "Mary Poppins", he did the "Diamonds are a girl's Best Friend" dance with Marilyn Monroe...hard to name a Hollywood dance musical in the early 60s that Bobby wasn't in, and always hard to watch anyone else. Very talented guy.
Classic. Bobby Banas choreographed that scene, but wasn't supposed to dance in it. One of the dancers fell ill and Bobby replaced him last minute. He shines. Anyone saying this wasn't dancing is just trolling and/ or knows nothing about '60s culture. He has quite the career.
The guy in the front Robert "Bobby" Banas (born September 22, 1933) is an American dancer and actor who worked in movies such as West Side Story (1961), Always (1989) and Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1986). A dance he choreographed for the Shirley Ellis song "The Nitty Gritty" and performed (with five other dancers) on The Judy Garland Show in 1964, drew him renewed attention on TH-cam in the 2010s, where copies of it had been viewed more than 25 million times by mid-2023.[1][2] I love this and have watched it over 20 times.
For the most part you could tell it was something, I won’t new, but with the movements of the legs it seems something unlike other 60s dance crazes. Idk as a man who can run and dance in heels even my thought was immediately thinking they would break an ankle
As an African American college educated female, who grew up with music like this , we all danced, from the eldest to the youngest at gatherings; I can say UNEQUIVOCALLY, the male dancer, I think his name is Bobby Banas, KILLED IT. I can watch him dance all day, lol.
As a white British, university educated male, who also grew up on music like this, I unequivocally agree with you on Banas killing it. Also, as a white British, university educated male, I'd have to say that Ellis did a pretty damn good job too.
As a Latin man, I can say, unequivocally, the song is cool, but the dancing has me laughing my freaking ass off. That's the worst dancing I've ever seen in my life, specially Bobby boy😂😂😂😂😂
i dont get these comments. I love the dance and the energy of the dancers. Especially the front dancers where one is called bobby banas appearently. How can anyone say this is bad dancers when im sitting here smiling for almost 2 minutes just because of the positivity that dancers put with this dance. Amazing!
Robert "Bobby" Banas (born September 22, 1933) is an American dancer and actor who worked in movies such as _West Side Story_ (1961), _Always_ (1989) and _Down and Out in Beverly Hills_ (1986). A dance he choreographed for the Shirley Ellis song "The Nitty Gritty" and performed (with five other dancers) on _The Judy Garland Show_ in 1964, drew him renewed attention on TH-cam in the 2010s, where copies of it had been viewed more than 25 million times by mid-2023.
I´m surprised with the negative comments, I think the dancing is very creative and cool, I liked this, 😃 if someone dance like this in a dancing place would be a popular guy immediatelly.
@@watchman1178 Right, and the ones who are critical wouldn’t do a better job. Bobby Banas is the middle dancer who was also the choreographer setting the precidence for future dance.
Bobby Banas could not have imagined in 1963 that in 2020 his dancing would be helping people set aside Covid lockdown anxiety for at least a few minutes and remember what fun feels like. It’s hard to take your eyes off him. Every move is so loose yet so controlled. Masterful!
That's Bobby Bannas. Famous Hollywood dancer. He was in West Side Story and many other dance movies and I believe he is still alive and living in New York.
The guy in the middle is a famous dancer and choreographer. His name is Robert "Bobby" Banas. He's quite famous. Read about him in this Wikipedia link. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Banas
His energy flies through the screen all these years later. The jerky movement was incorporated into 60's dance from a dance called the jerk as I recall. He's still alive, is around 83 years old. Google him. Wow Bobby! P.S. He was already 30 years old in this film.
I’m thinking The Jerk dancing along with the record by The Larks came out after, but not by far, this choreographic performance so this right here set the precedence.
Bobby Banas. I agree. He's in many musicals from the 50s and 60s. Feel free to look him up. Everyone recognizes talent, whether we're professionals or just audience.
@@AK-rx6hv Bobby was an excellent dancer and, to be honest, some of his fellow dancers look like good dancers at parties, not onstage or for a TV audience. By the same token, no artist should have to downplay or mask their talent for colleauges who can't keep up. That is why Bobby is well known in the dancing community and some of his fellow dancers here (while talented) remain unknown.
If my auntie knew how much her music really touched people. I love coming back here and seeing all the people commenting it’s a shame I didn’t get to meet her singing runs in the family
I know its weird, its like they know what I am thinking, I was wondering what this was called to watch it again after a year had gone by and they just suggested it to me. Spooky.
The lead dancer is the Famous Bobby Banas, choreographer and dancer to numerous Broadway hits, musicals, songs and movies. The gentleman to his right if you're looking at the screen was also a renowned dancer who was dating a beautiful young aspiring actress named Goldi Hawn at the time.
That male dancer in front is an incredible dancer. His expressive moves and impeccable rhythm took this dance to another level. Although the other dancers did a fine job, he completely stole the show with his riveting interpretation. Simply superb.
I'm a young millennial and I swear I'm going to learn every step of this routine one day 🥺😆🙏🏾💃🏾🎊 (Retro-fashionista & dance enthusiast here, from Jamaica ☺💖)
I can't get out of here. If you can watch this video without hitting the replay button, you've got way more control than I do, lol. I'm on at least round 10... and counting. Then had to read all the awesome comments everybody left. Thanks for posting this video, didn't just make my day, it made my life whole. And, to Bobby, you just go with your bad self, you rocked my world this morning.
One of my favorites from the first time I heard it. I remember the follow-up too, with the lyrics. "... 2, 4, 9, the (something) drank wine, the monkey chewed tobacco on the street car line, the line broke, the monkey got choked and they all went to Heaven in a little row boat. Clap clap, Clap clap" It was a rope skipping song from the streets somewhere. It had soul,
@@urgonnaluvit He MAKES that video. It would have been boring without him. I'm sure it was no accident that they put him front and center. I wonder if there are other examples of his dancing from that era online anywhere?
I heard that he was choreographing this and a male dancer didn’t show up so he got up and did the dance. He’s an amazing dancer. He’s 88 years old now. 🥰💜❤️
Everyone in the comments is giving love to Bobby which is fair. But Gina Trikonis, his dance partner, is absolutely killing it and delivered a much tighter performance. Love this video.
Gets better every time I watch it. Especially Bobby Banas, the boy in the front who doesn’t care where he is- because he IS the dance. I’m following him now on Facebook. Still alive. Still dancin. He went into dance with Debbie Reynolds, Marilyn Monroe, Duck Van Dyke in Mary Poppin and endless other musicals. He kisses Marilyn in one movie. I’m so glad when I found all that out, because I could feel the difference in that lad. Feel it going through his body, like it doesn’t for everyone. He talks now about his life and how at age 3, he’d stand in doorway between two rooms and make it a spot lit stage, and how he couldn’t not dance when music was on. I knew it.
I just came back to watch with the idea of figuring out who the central male dancer was! I can't keep my eyes off of his dancing and presentation and was wondering what ever happened to him. In ALL other dance videos, my eyes go to the females...Bobby is THAT good. Thank you for identifying him.
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It's hard to watch anyone other than the guy in the middle.
Yeah.. absolutely true..
Right? He stole the show
Scene stealing co star.
Ha! 100% feel that.
He's an English comedian by the name of Norman Wisdom.
It's like he's alone on that stage
He is. 😊
They're all great especially the four on the right
Idk 🤔 that girl is keeping up just fine and her heels are taller
And I can't look away
He was the choreographer and jumped in when a dancer didn't show.
The guy in the middle is Bobby Banas, who died yesterday at the tender age of 90, according to his only son's instagram. He appeared in many movie musicals, and had the role of Joyboy in film West Side Story. He had more acting roles later in life. He was also a dance teacher to many aspiring dancers who went on to lucrative careers. He was & still is a legend in dance history. RIP Bobby, and Godspeed. Thank you for entertaining us for decades
I find myself trying to watch the other dancers, but my eyes won't leave the guy in the front. He is simply exceptional.
*The young man up front & center is Professional Dancer Robert Banas. He is still alive & doing well at 87. Robert choreographed this song. He was born in New York City Sept 22.* Edited update:
since I last updated information on Mr Banas 5 months ago he is now 88 & kicking. "literally" with them hyper-lego's..lol 🕺🤸
Brillant dancing from Banas super 👌 😍 love it !!!
He’s 🧨
Wow 🥺
Ok, you're just awesome ☺
Thank you for the update on the great Bobby B..My sister told me he was one of the dancers in "West Side Story" ?
I can't take my eyes off Bobby Banas and such style...such fired up dancing--this is becoming one of my favorite videos on You Tube....great to watch over and over again
Это не танец, а обезъянье кривляние... Отстой(((((
Banas is brilliant.
His girl moves💚
@@jorj6720 ты болван
@@user-cf6kt7ed4o Почему? Обоснуй, уважаемый!
RIP, Mr. Banas ❤ You brought us joy for sure with your bad ass dancing. I bet there's a helluvq dance party waiting for you up there. 😘
Rest In Peace, Mr Robert (Bobby) Banas (1933-2024), choreographer and main dancer of this 1-derful number, Thank You for sharing your artistry with us.
But the lady dancing alongside him….wow💪she’s amazing too…you go girl.☺️
She was a major dancer in west side story. I think Russ Tamnblyn’s girlfriend in the movie
@@kathychinski6308
Oh wow, Amber is his daughter. Cool
@@kathychinski6308 Yes, and the lead dancer here, Bobby Banas was also in West Side Story.
@@THEFAITHFULPALADIN , thank you for telling us these cool tidbits!
I can't put my finger on it, but Bobby Banas' dancing is in a class of its own - he throws his whole self into it and it's a joy to watch.
Can't take my eyes off of him.
Yeah that's it. He's actually dancing, instead of just moving with music. He can feel it.
It’s the weed
@@stevelacy137 Nobody on drugs could dance that well - the key to it is the precision and commitment, and that would require total sobriety.
He is in a class of his own in this!
RIP Bobby. Thank ypu for the slick moves. They brought a lot of joy.
RIP Bobby, you legend. I am sad that I never got a chance to meet you. Dance on!
I think I’ve watched this video over 100 times by now. Bobby Banas was just amazing.
Me too! 😊
me too
Same!
His name is Bobby Banas. He danced as a Jet in "West Side Story", the lead chimney sweep in "Mary Poppins", he did the "Diamonds are a girl's Best Friend" dance with Marilyn Monroe...hard to name a Hollywood dance musical in the early 60s that Bobby wasn't in, and always hard to watch anyone else. Very talented guy.
Thank you for the background info. I've always wondered who he was and hoped his talent and obvious love of music and dance would find more outlets.
I was also thinking he was in White Christmas,, Bing Crosby Danny Kaye..
I may be wrong
Thank you for letting us know. So cool?😎😎😎😎😎🤗🤗
Your dancing brought joy to my life. Thank you. Rest in peace.
Bobby Banas, the dancer in the foreground, died today (31 July 2024) at 90.
R.I.P.
😞
😢
Classic. Bobby Banas choreographed that scene, but wasn't supposed to dance in it. One of the dancers fell ill and Bobby replaced him last minute.
He shines.
Anyone saying this wasn't dancing is just trolling and/ or knows nothing about '60s culture.
He has quite the career.
I love love love it. Is the first dancer Bobby Banas?
@@yardleyj9391 He's the guy in the middle with the floppy hair going wild in an controlled way
Yes!!!! 💃🕺 ❤😁👍👌
I’m so glad there’s a name for that dancer! Love it!!!
Thank you Heidi
This is the greatest thing on the Internet.
point or apex, as a power or achievement.
100% cringey. That's what I call very daggy dancing.
Yaaaa !!!!
I just had to watch this clip after hearing of the sad news that Bobby Banas had passed away. Brilliant dancer. R.I.P
Bobby Banas, you will live forever.
May your souls Rest In Peace…
I watch this every time I need to get Into a good mood.
It definitely is a mood! Love it!
@@pattihawks8514 I heard this song on the radio over the weekend and I can't get it out of my head 😆🎶
Im watching this now for that exact reason.
Me too.
Is this group in any other videos. We're they a group or only for this video?
The guy in the front Robert "Bobby" Banas (born September 22, 1933) is an American dancer and actor who worked in movies such as West Side Story (1961), Always (1989) and Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1986). A dance he choreographed for the Shirley Ellis song "The Nitty Gritty" and performed (with five other dancers) on The Judy Garland Show in 1964, drew him renewed attention on TH-cam in the 2010s, where copies of it had been viewed more than 25 million times by mid-2023.[1][2]
I love this and have watched it over 20 times.
Thank you for that. 2:13
I knew he was the choreographer!!
Rip Robert Banas what an extraordinary dancer he was! age 90🕺🎶😔🙏🏼
This type of dancing never fails to make me smile 😀
This is stunning. Can't find it anymore out in the world. Why 56 thumbs down makes no sense. Must be the Russians.
Or someone who can't appreciate choreography.
I watch this video of Bobby Banas all the time because his energy makes me feel happy.
Me too!!’👍😍🥰
Me three!! (◕ᴗ◕✿)
Rest in peace, Bobby Banas. You gave us so much joy.
It’s 1 am and instead of sleeping I’m watching the nitty gritty on repeat
12:27 am
That was me last nite!😆
Me too!
Go watch Stephan and Chanzie do the Nitty Gritty!
That’s the magic of the white powder
some people follow the steps, some people have the fire inside
Amen!!!
These 2 certainly do.!!! Love it!!
...and some are full of amphetamines.
@@chstra45 😅😂🤣
These folks must be a tad embarrassed watching these moves today . Not aged well 😁
Bobby put his all into this dance, you don't even notice the other dancers
Absolute genius dancer.
Love this video, the couple in the front are great she reminds me of a doll and he's a ball of energy!😊
This guy in the middle was a famous dancer from West Side Story. His name is Robert Banas. Excellent dancer! He's now 89 .
Thanks for the info. I always wondered who he was. 👍
He is also a well-known choreographer
Robert Banas también sale bailando en un vídeo de Bill Halley con el tema " Rip it Up "
Just keep in mind Bobby Bana's partner kept right up with him....in heels lol
As a retired figure skating coach to me she looks stiff ... Bobby Banas is D’A Bomb!
The dance doesn’t allow the females to bend their knees at all, hardly.
She is really good.
Isnt that the girl that played Graziella in West Side Story?
They are all fabulous and rocking it out of the ball park!
For the most part you could tell it was something, I won’t new, but with the movements of the legs it seems something unlike other 60s dance crazes. Idk as a man who can run and dance in heels even my thought was immediately thinking they would break an ankle
As an African American college educated female, who grew up with music like this , we all danced, from the eldest to the youngest at gatherings; I can say UNEQUIVOCALLY, the male dancer, I think his name is Bobby Banas, KILLED IT. I can watch him dance all day, lol.
As a white British, university educated male, who also grew up on music like this, I unequivocally agree with you on Banas killing it. Also, as a white British, university educated male, I'd have to say that Ellis did a pretty damn good job too.
As a Latin man, I can say, unequivocally, the song is cool, but the dancing has me laughing my freaking ass off. That's the worst dancing I've ever seen in my life, specially Bobby boy😂😂😂😂😂
Nicolas Brothers .. Greatest dancers ever .. th-cam.com/video/LBQOfyR75vY/w-d-xo.html
I disagree.
The male dancer in front is Bobby Banas, and he is the very best dancer.👏👏👏👍
My goal for this summer is to learn this dance.
Can't stop watching this video. Anyone with what I'm saying. He's having the time of his life. I can't dance at all.
Ikr Oliver?! It's so joyful for some reason,I watch it just to smile!
That's all right Oliver.... neither can they
Oliver Villanueva I’m totally addicted at least 50 plays. The lead male dancer Robert Banas is the Bomb!
Oliver Villanueva oh, I could...once upon a time! Now, I dance in my mind!✌️❣️
caitlyn mcmenamy
Yes, it is! Great therapy for depression! ✌️❣️
i dont get these comments. I love the dance and the energy of the dancers. Especially the front dancers where one is called bobby banas appearently. How can anyone say this is bad dancers when im sitting here smiling for almost 2 minutes just because of the positivity that dancers put with this dance. Amazing!
I cant stop watching it.
Watch American Bandstand and Sooooouuuul Train, they could all cut the rug!
Oh so much energy
If I dance like that 2 minutes I have to get oxygen
I love it!!!!
The guy in the center is actually the best dancer.
Robert "Bobby" Banas (born September 22, 1933) is an American dancer and actor who worked in movies such as _West Side Story_ (1961), _Always_ (1989) and _Down and Out in Beverly Hills_ (1986). A dance he choreographed for the Shirley Ellis song "The Nitty Gritty" and performed (with five other dancers) on _The Judy Garland Show_ in 1964, drew him renewed attention on TH-cam in the 2010s, where copies of it had been viewed more than 25 million times by mid-2023.
the guy on the far right was actually smoother and mad it look effortless...The guy in the middle is like holding a jack hammer!!
@@davidwright873 "The guy in the middle" (Bobby Banas) _created_ the choreography. His work/his lead.
The guy in the middle is great.
I watched this several times, it doesn’t get old. I think Bobby Banas is one of the greats in dancers, along with Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire.
And Nicholas brothers
If I ever have access to a time machine this will be the first place I'd go back to!! Who's going with me?✊😃🤘
I was there.
I'm there, but you better hurry because I am 66
Not me💀
Iam going wait for me .
I'd go but you'd have to take care of me. I was born in 63 😁
I´m surprised with the negative comments, I think the dancing is very creative and cool, I liked this, 😃 if someone dance like this in a dancing place would be a popular guy immediatelly.
I agree with you. It was unconventional, but it took a lot of talent to dance like that.
They have completely missed the point. This is amazing.
@@watchman1178
Right, and the ones who are critical wouldn’t do a better job. Bobby Banas is the middle dancer who was also the choreographer setting the precidence for future dance.
RIP to this dancing King!!! xoxo
Why would anyone give a "thumbs down"? Even of you don't like the music or style of dance ... appreciate the talent that went into this.
The male dancer in front...that's me in the elevator when I leave the office on Fridays.
M
Right! Ahahaha!
rcaive08, good one! 😁👍
That's Bobby Banas! Look him up! A total legend.
Me Too!
The young man in front…. OWNS IT!
He invented that dance.
Bobby Banas, google him.
@@shirleywarner2794 Thank you
I did and loved it! Thank you
@@shirleywarner2794 Oh great - thanks so much for that, he really tears the floor up on that - I wondered who he was.
"Dance like nobody is watching." Bobby Banas
I need this on a t-shirt
watching this is addictive.
Bobby Banas could not have imagined in 1963 that in 2020 his dancing would be helping people set aside Covid lockdown anxiety for at least a few minutes and remember what fun feels like. It’s hard to take your eyes off him. Every move is so loose yet so controlled. Masterful!
Plus our crazy soon-to-be X president.
Always wondered what his name was. Thank you for the input.
a bit over the top... dude saving people from coronavirus disease 2019
@@debbieseverson5130 Trump #1
I agree. One of the best dancers I’ve ever watched. Hard to take ones eyes off him. Would love to see him ice dancing !
It's amazing how catchy this song still is
Without twerking, or obscenities.
Bobby Banas forever!
Bob Banas!! The quintessential dancer of the 1960s! Unreal...
... Guys in coats, shirts and ties, women in dresses… Refreshing, very refreshing.
He is totally in the groove!🤣
When I was in boot camp, this is the song we woke up to.
IAM black in I luved the entire dance in the dude in front is iconic lmao 🤣 wat a show ‼️💯💕
That's Bobby Bannas. Famous Hollywood dancer. He was in West Side Story and many other dance movies and I believe he is still alive and living in New York.
The guy in the middle is a famous dancer and choreographer. His name is Robert "Bobby" Banas. He's quite famous. Read about him in this Wikipedia link. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Banas
This dude deserves his own Netflix documentary. Electrifying dancer. The stories he must have of that era and its stars.
His energy flies through the screen all these years later. The jerky movement was incorporated into 60's dance from a dance called the jerk as I recall. He's still alive, is around 83 years old. Google him. Wow Bobby! P.S. He was already 30 years old in this film.
I’m thinking The Jerk dancing along with the record by The Larks came out after, but not by far, this choreographic performance so this right here set the precedence.
Dancer in the middle is a legend. Google his story
Bobby Banas
Better yet (since he IS a legend in his industry), change "Dancer in the middle" to "Bobby Banas." 🙄
The guy at the front is *gifted* - almost to the level of showing the other dancers up.
Think he's the choreographer
Bobby Banas. I agree. He's in many musicals from the 50s and 60s. Feel free to look him up.
Everyone recognizes talent, whether we're professionals or just audience.
Yea but that's poor form... As a group dancing, should never outdo your fellow dancers
@@AK-rx6hv Bobby was an excellent dancer and, to be honest, some of his fellow dancers look like good dancers at parties, not onstage or for a TV audience.
By the same token, no artist should have to downplay or mask their talent for colleauges who can't keep up. That is why Bobby is well known in the dancing community and some of his fellow dancers here (while talented) remain unknown.
the rest of the dancers be saying"who the hell gave tim the red bull again"
the kid in front is just mesmerizing. cant get enough.
kid in front is Bobby Banas!! He's awesome!
Bobby Banas, you are sensational! The man in front, such a great song to boot!
I am mesmerized as well.
I totally agree! Did you know of any other videos on here that he's in?
@@adamlehr8820 Propose
The guy in the middle is tearing up the floor, but manages to still look good in suit no matter how he jerks or contorts! Love it! And the dance!
If my auntie knew how much her music really touched people. I love coming back here and seeing all the people commenting it’s a shame I didn’t get to meet her singing runs in the family
robert banas cool dancer he was in west side story love this clip he taught john travolta moves for saturday night fever movie
Which one is Robert Banda?
@@terencehernandez9646 He’s the one up front…most of the time
Deney Terrio taught Travolta for Saturday Night Fever
This video is intoxicating. Can't stop watching it.
I know its weird, its like they know what I am thinking, I was wondering what this was called to watch it again after a year had gone by and they just suggested it to me. Spooky.
Местами движения мужика напоминают танец менделя.Ну прямо таки да!
I love to watch this video!
@@sappygirl1955 .Me too!🕺Bobby Banas steals the show.
I can
Bobby Banas ❤🎶🕺🏼May he rest in peace 🕊️ What an amazing life and career 💖 9/22/1933-7/29/2024
The lead dancer is the Famous Bobby Banas, choreographer and dancer to numerous Broadway hits, musicals, songs and movies. The gentleman to his right if you're looking at the screen was also a renowned dancer who was dating a beautiful young aspiring actress named Goldi Hawn at the time.
He was sensational!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That male dancer in front is an incredible dancer. His expressive moves and impeccable rhythm took this dance to another level. Although the other dancers did a fine job, he completely stole the show with his riveting interpretation. Simply superb.
Well he choreographed it if you didn't know by now
Lord he stole the show- keep coming back to watch him dance
Thank you Bobby Banas 🙏🙏🙏
Still a banger in 2024.
The guy in the front is the famous dancer/ choreographer Bobby Banas. He's 85 years old now. He was an incredible dancer!
Que legal saber que é apenas talento porque tem posts maldosos dizendo que ele está drogado.
Interesting.thanks for the info
My brother just passed away he use to play this every morning . It really lift my spirits right now
BOBBY BANAS! You are amazing!
I can't get enough of watching this dance. I watch it every night.
I lost track of how many times I've watched it! It's uplifting!
I'm a young millennial and I swear I'm going to learn every step of this routine one day 🥺😆🙏🏾💃🏾🎊
(Retro-fashionista & dance enthusiast here, from Jamaica ☺💖)
Please do. Note how Bobby dances better than the others, and what makes it better. He makes the audience feel, through his dance.
@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 Will do! 🙏🏾☺
please help me, i'm seriously addicted to this!
Me too Risa....
@@sarahmottram3369 how can anyone not be?
😁🕺
He is so into it, he doesn't even look at his partner, he makes the other guys look like they are standing still!
The one in the middle is all over the place. Too much exaggeration. But the actual smoothest dancers are the other two.
@@psychomormon4932he's the choreographer, so he's the one doing it right
@@brendalg4 THANK YOU!
I just love watching the guy dance!
The great "Bobby" Banas!
I can't get out of here. If you can watch this video without hitting the replay button, you've got way more control than I do, lol. I'm on at least round 10... and counting. Then had to read all the awesome comments everybody left. Thanks for posting this video, didn't just make my day, it made my life whole. And, to Bobby, you just go with your bad self, you rocked my world this morning.
Он сделал мой день. Моя жизнь теперь не будет прежней )
Карл Маркс, 👍...I think.
I get why everyone is focused on the dancing, but don't forget it's a great damn song!
It goes without saying!
For Real!! 💜
One of my favorites from the first time I heard it. I remember the follow-up too, with the lyrics. "... 2, 4, 9, the (something) drank wine, the monkey chewed tobacco on the street car line, the line broke, the monkey got choked and they all went to Heaven in a little row boat. Clap clap, Clap clap" It was a rope skipping song from the streets somewhere. It had soul,
The song is awesome .I am going to try to find a digital stereo copy.Those trumpets sound absolutely Great.
@@AndrewStuartBrown 3..6.9.. the goose drank wine..
RIP Bobby Banas. You will be missed.
OMG I'm positively bananas for Bobby Banas!
Dude in the front wins everything.
He's was killing it!!
Bobby Banas! Awesome dance moves!
One of the greatest television performances EVER.
The man in the front middle is Robert Banas,he is now in his late 80s, made a few movie appearances,
kissed marlyn monroe,
my respects Bobby
Looks like hes having a fit
@@urgonnaluvit He MAKES that video. It would have been boring without him. I'm sure it was no accident that they put him front and center. I wonder if there are other examples of his dancing from that era online anywhere?
urgonnaluvit a good fit, though!
Doing the nitty gritty is the key to long life lol!
@@livelovenow8862 YEEEES !
The male dancer in the front line is amazing!!
@@cynthiamauck5918 thanks! 👍
Without doubt!
He was the choreographer of the dance....
@@cynthiamauck5918 Any idea of the name of the woman he's dancing with?
I heard that he was choreographing this and a male dancer didn’t show up so he got up and did the dance. He’s an amazing dancer. He’s 88 years old now. 🥰💜❤️
I was born after the 1960s but I love this song and dance routine. It’s infectious!
I was born 1953 and I just started remembering 'The Name Game', 'The goose drank wine...' and the 'Nitty Gritty' song.
Everyone in the comments is giving love to Bobby which is fair. But Gina Trikonis, his dance partner, is absolutely killing it and delivered a much tighter performance. Love this video.
I believe Gina is the siister of Gus Trikonis, who was Goldie Hawn's ex husband,
@@keithcall7795gus is on the right:)
It's not easy to keep up with Bobby Banas. I suppose she tried her best.
Robert Banas the dance legend shows us how it is supposed to be done
Gets better every time I watch it. Especially Bobby Banas, the boy in the front who doesn’t care where he is- because he IS the dance. I’m following him now on Facebook. Still alive. Still dancin. He went into dance with Debbie Reynolds, Marilyn Monroe, Duck Van Dyke in Mary Poppin and endless other musicals. He kisses Marilyn in one movie. I’m so glad when I found all that out, because I could feel the difference in that lad. Feel it going through his body, like it doesn’t for everyone. He talks now about his life and how at age 3, he’d stand in doorway between two rooms and make it a spot lit stage, and how he couldn’t not dance when music was on. I knew it.
I just came back to watch with the idea of figuring out who the central male dancer was! I can't keep my eyes off of his dancing and presentation and was wondering what ever happened to him. In ALL other dance videos, my eyes go to the females...Bobby is THAT good. Thank you for identifying him.
Whats his fb page?
@@lezafreemont1863 Bobby Banas
@@padraiggillon cant find it
RIP Bobby Banas!! Such a fabulous dancer.
He was the choreographer and at the last minute the lead guy was a no show so Bobby just ran out and LIT IT UP.
Bobby dances with passion.
He was feeling it!! I always get happy watching this. Wish I could dance, but I have 2 left feet.
He is ONE HELL of a great dancer! Takes my breath away 57 years later.
he's THE Nitty Gritty Nureyev!
This guy on the middle is one of the jets on the west side story.He is an awesome dancer
Bobby Banas
My 1 year old great-grand son loves this video.
If you don’t like this it’s not them....it’s you....
You're right about that. And I'm proud to own it.