In a world where the traditional father-daughter dance can sometimes feel like a sentimental snooze-fest, one bride and her dad turned the tables and took their wedding reception by storm with an unforgettable dance mashup. With over 200,000 views and counting, this viral sensation is taking the internet by storm!
According to reports from ABC News, Emily Roberts and her dad, Mike Roberts, wowed their 400 guests at a Utah wedding by flipping the script on the classic daddy-daughter dance. They began with the sentimental “Butterfly Kisses” for a few moments, before unleashing a meticulously choreographed four-minute medley featuring hits like “U Can’t Touch This” and “Bye Bye Bye.”
The dynamic duo practiced their high-energy routine for just one week leading up to the big day. But don’t let that short prep time fool you—Emily is a trained dancer who met her husband while performing together in the International Folk Dance Ensemble at Brigham Young University. Her dad had been dreaming of this epic dance for years. “Being the oldest and the only girl, this was my dad’s one chance,” Emily shared with ABC News. “He had been talking about doing something like this forever, and finally convinced me. After so many discussions, it came together quite easily.”
Hats off to them for injecting some fun into what can often be a tear-jerking, yet predictable, part of any wedding reception. Many father-daughter dances are filled with sweet whispers and misty-eyed moments as the father realizes his little girl is all grown up.
When I tied the knot, my wife and her father kept it traditional, slow-dancing to the country tune “I Loved Her First.” It was heartfelt, sure, but let’s just say I wasn’t shedding any tears when it ended. However, this duo? I could watch them for hours! Their routine was undoubtedly the highlight of the evening for all in attendance.
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Summary
Emily and her dad Mike Roberts turned their wedding into a viral sensation with an epic dance mashup, surprising guests after starting with a traditional slow dance. Their fun routine became the highlight of the reception, showcasing their skills and love for each other.