What Is The 'Bill Hader Dancing To Anything' Meme? Where It Comes From And Why It's Appearing All Over The Internet

If you've seen videos of SNL actor Bill Hader dancing in a blue sweater, you might be curious about where the video originates and why it's all over your social media feeds. The summer of 2023 isn't the first time this particular meme has made waves. It all began with a Twitter account that made Hader dance to every song under the sun in 2019. Here's all you need to know about it.

Where Does The Video Of Bill Hader Dancing Come From?

The clip of Bill Hader dressed up in a blue sweater and dancing up a storm comes from an unaired SNL skit that was cut for time back in 2015. Hader is presented in the video as "Alan," who dances for others' amusement in a glass box.

How Did The Video Of Bill Hader Dancing Become A Meme?

In 2019, a Twitter account called "Bill Hader Dancing" began posting videos where they made Hader dance to various songs. This included the songs "Like A G6" by Far East Movement and "Dreams" by Fleetwood Mac. Unfortunately, the account was suspended in June 2023.

Why Is The Video Of Bill Hader Dancing Trending Again In 2023?

The video of Hader dancing began to trend in June 2023 in the weeks leading up to the Emmy Awards, where Hader is a top nominee for his work in HBO's Barry. This was aided in large part due to a CapCut template that people used in order to make Hader dance in front of any background of their choosing.

For the full history of Bill Hader dancing to anything, be sure to check out Know Your Meme's encyclopedia entry for more information.