Did Michael Jackson Steal Moonwalk from Charlie Chaplin?

Michael Jackson idolized Charlie Chaplin but did he steal his infamous moonwalk and many other dance moves from Chaplin? Both Jackson the King of Pop and Chaplin the King of Silent Movies are iconic entertainers who captivated the world with their dance and overall genius. Flashback and watch this short dance battle between Michael Jackson Billie Jean at the 1995 MTV Awards including Michael Jackson moonwalk vs the dancing and moonwalk of Charlie Chaplin Modern Times from 1939. This is his most iconic moonwalks throughout the years. Without a doubt we know Chaplin was one of many Michael Jackson influences for his King of Pop Moonwalk, along with James Brown, Bill Bailey, Fred Astaire and others.

Let's get real - when artists borrow from each other, is it a nod of respect, or do you think it's more like stealing? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for watching! 💞

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[wenmar]

He always told people he loved Charlie Chaplin and Fred Astaire! He studied them. His moves were all him, but inspired by his heros.

[victorferr]

When you borrow, but return it with greater value added. That's respect and responsibility..

[MrDFJohnson]

Chaplin was performing comedy and performing comedic dances. Michael Jackson was performing Dance Magic. Respect to both

[blackhat]

"Learn the greats and become greater" - Michael Jackson

[saulprimero]

He didn't steal it, he improved it

[nmodmft]

“I guess you guys aren’t ready for that yet but your kids are gonna love it” - Charlie Chaplin

[eduardocarvalho]

In Switzerland, where Chaplin spent the last years of his life, a Museum around his house was made. Inside this museum there is a statue from Michael and there is a sign that says that Michael had a lot of influence from Chaplin to create some of his moves and choreographies. I’ve been there, it is located in Vevey above the Lake Geneva.

[faizanalikhan]

Charlie wasn't doing moon walk, he was doing Jupiter walk😂


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[jeanpayano]

He always said he got his moves from James Brown, Bob Fosse, Fred Astaire, Jackie Wilson, Charlie Chaplin, Sammy Davis Jr and many other he blended all of them which resulted in the greatest entertainer in history

[davinehill]

Michael’s philosophy was to study the GREATS and become GREATER - and he ABSOLUTELY DID 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[jamesklekowski]

No. Chaplin and Jackson were brilliant performers in their own way! Both men were ahead of their own time.

[ourownhistory]

Что один, что другой супер пластичные ребята, просто они великие артисты.

[samiam]

Charlie and Michael..what a delight. Michael, still, had the absolute slickest smooth moves of any dancer.

[Lizas]

Michael once said he loved old movies, and he admitted to borrowing dance moves. He also loved Fred Astaire, and the Nicholas brothers.

[tamaralopez]

Charlie Chaplin was one MJ’s favorite celebrities growing up!❤❤❤❤

[JanieBgrand]

The thing is, Michael always gave credit to others. He himself said he found the moonwalk by watching street performers.

[Тати-дв]

Джексон своим талантом вывел талант Чаплина на новую высоту и тем самым не давал забыть о нем- упоминая об уважении и восзищении этим актером и вдозновляясь его работой

[mirtylane]

I watched Charlie's walk many times and you?!?
Creating Moon Walk never did it cross my mind. Michael... a true genius a great artist.❤

[FreePalestine]

He didn't steal the moonwalk, Charlie Chaplin's move is not the Moowalk move

[deputygodzilla]

He never created the moonwalk, he just perfected it.