Evolution of Dance
Creator moment · 2006 · Niche
Judson Laipply's six-minute routine became YouTube's most-viewed video.
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- Apr 6 ’06 to Jun 19 ’06
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- Started on YouTube
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How it spread
Trace the originLaipply uploaded his stage routine for a MySpace embed. Television and email sharing carried it beyond that page. It led YouTube’s viewing chart in 2006; later work included a book and an ESPN campaign.
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April 2006
Judson Laipply seed · Apr 6 ’06
Laipply uploaded the six-minute routine to YouTube to embed it on his MySpace page.[1]
June 2006
Today platform jump · Jun 6 ’06
Today aired Laipply's routine; Salon reviewed his appearance the following day.[2]
Salon backlash · Jun 7 ’06
Salon criticized Laipply's Today appearance and argued that the web rewarded mediocrity.[2]
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