Imagine dancing beside Michael Jackson, performing in front of millions. Eddie Garcia did just that — from the Bad and Dangerous tours to the Super Bowl stage. He was even there for that iconic Smooth Criminal lean. Today, Eddie’s here to take us behind the scenes as a principal dancer for Michael Jackson and share what it was REALLY like to be part of the magic that brought Michael Jackson’s unforgettable performances and music videos to life. Dancer, Choreographer, Director, Eddie worked with Janet Jackson in the 1980s. He danced in the videos, 'Nasty' , 'What Have You Done For Me Lately', and 'When I Think Of You'. Shortly thereafter at just 17 years old, Eddie began dancing with Michael, appearing in Smooth Criminal, The Way You Make Me Feel, Speed Demon, and performances like the Grammys in 1988, the Superbowl and the 1993 performance of Dangerous Michael Jackson's 'Smooth Criminal'. Eddie was Michael Jackson's principal dancer from 1987 to 1989 on the Bad World Tour and from 1992 to 1993 on the Dangerous World Tour. Eddie has also starred in Film and TV projects and so much more. This interview was AMAZING and I hope you all love it.
📌 Timestamps – Eddie Garcia on Dancing with Michael Jackson
00:00 – Dancing with MJ: Meet Eddie Garcia
00:50 – Welcome to the Show
01:30 – From Janet to Michael: Eddie’s Big Break
02:50 – The Captain EO Audition Story
05:30 – Booking Smooth Criminal
07:10 – Michael Recognized Me?!
09:00 – Behind the Scenes of Smooth Criminal
11:30 – 1 Billion Views on YouTube
13:00 – Acting Tips from Vincent Patterson
14:45 – Hidden Details in Costumes
15:40 – The Power of the Tilted Hat
16:50 – Real Gangs in “Way You Make Me Feel”
18:30 – MJ’s Message Through Art
19:00 – Starting the Bad Tour in Japan
19:45 – Prayer Circles & First Show Nerves
21:15 – Mohawk, Face Paint & Mad Max Vibes
24:40 – Evolving the Tour After Japan
26:20 – Victory Tour Inspirations
27:50 – Dancers, Band & Onstage Bonding
28:50 – Choreography & Creative Freedom
30:15 – Learning When *Not* to Dance
31:15 – Solo Rehearsals in Front of MJ 😬
32:40 – Rehearsing the Show 4 Times a Day
34:20 – Dangerous Tour: Leveling Up
36:00 – “Shake Your Body” Breakdown Tribute
39:00 – Speaking Japanese on Stage
40:15 – Magic Trick Gone Wrong 😳
51:30 – Eddie’s Revenge Finger 😂
53:40 – Copperfield’s Crew & Tour Illusions
55:00 – Fan Jumps on Stage!
57:30 – Fainting Fans & Onstage Chaos
59:20 – Was MJ Really Crying during She's Out Of My Life?
01:01:00 – MJ Opens Up About Touring
01:03:10 – Eddie & Dom Get Chased by Fans
01:05:00 – Story Behind the Bubbles Photo
01:07:10 – Why “Remember the Time” Was Cut
01:09:00 – MJ’s Impact on Dance
01:19:00 - Describe Michael Jackson in one word
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📌 Timestamps – Eddie Garcia on Dancing with Michael Jackson
00:00 – Dancing with MJ: Meet Eddie Garcia
00:50 – Welcome to the Show
01:30 – From Janet to Michael: Eddie’s Big Break
02:50 – The Captain EO Audition Story
05:30 – Booking Smooth Criminal
07:10 – Michael Recognized Me?!
09:00 – Behind the Scenes of Smooth Criminal
11:30 – 1 Billion Views on YouTube
13:00 – Acting Tips from Vincent Patterson
14:45 – Hidden Details in Costumes
15:40 – The Power of the Tilted Hat
16:50 – Real Gangs in “Way You Make Me Feel”
18:30 – MJ’s Message Through Art
19:00 – Starting the Bad Tour in Japan
19:45 – Prayer Circles & First Show Nerves
21:15 – Mohawk, Face Paint & Mad Max Vibes
24:40 – Evolving the Tour After Japan
26:20 – Victory Tour Inspirations
27:50 – Dancers, Band & Onstage Bonding
28:50 – Choreography & Creative Freedom
30:15 – Learning When *Not* to Dance
31:15 – Solo Rehearsals in Front of MJ 😬
32:40 – Rehearsing the Show 4 Times a Day
34:20 – Dangerous Tour: Leveling Up
36:00 – “Shake Your Body” Breakdown Tribute
39:00 – Speaking Japanese on Stage
40:15 – Magic Trick Gone Wrong 😳
51:30 – Eddie’s Revenge Finger 😂
53:40 – Copperfield’s Crew & Tour Illusions
55:00 – Fan Jumps on Stage!
57:30 – Fainting Fans & Onstage Chaos
59:20 – Was MJ Really Crying during She's Out Of My Life?
01:01:00 – MJ Opens Up About Touring
01:03:10 – Eddie & Dom Get Chased by Fans
01:05:00 – Story Behind the Bubbles Photo
01:07:10 – Why “Remember the Time” Was Cut
01:09:00 – MJ’s Impact on Dance
01:19:00 - Describe Michael Jackson in one word
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