Kevin Bacon is going back to ‘Footloose’ high school for final prom

Laura Morrison
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Kevin Bacon is going back to ‘Footloose’ high school for final prom
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PAYSON, Utah (WJW) — For years, the students at Payson High School in Utah have wanted Kevin Bacon to attend their prom. But it wasn’t until this year, with the school being demolished to make way for a new building, that dance dreams are coming true.

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The actor, now 65, of course starred in the 1984 hit “Footloose,” which was partially filmed at the high school.

On Friday, with the help of the “Today” show, Bacon announced he’d be coming back to the school for one last prom.

He told gathered students — many of whom worked hard to make the #BacontoPayson social media campaign a sensation — that the movie that showed off his dancing prowess 40 years ago meant so much to him.

“I have been so impressed with everything that’s been going on there with this crazy idea to get me to come back,” he said.

  • PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here in center, Kevin Bacon as Ren, at the dance. Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)
    PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here in center, Kevin Bacon as Ren, at the dance. Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)
  • PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here, Kevin Bacon as Ren. Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)
    PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here, Kevin Bacon as Ren. Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)
  • PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here from left, Sarah Jessica Parker as Rusty and Kevin Bacon as Ren. Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)
    PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here from left, Sarah Jessica Parker as Rusty and Kevin Bacon as Ren. Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)
  • PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here from left, Chris Penn as Willard being taught dance coordination by Ren (played by Kevin Bacon). Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)
    PAYSON – FEBRUARY 17: The movie “Footloose”, directed by Herbert Ross and written by Dean Pitchford. Seen here from left, Chris Penn as Willard being taught dance coordination by Ren (played by Kevin Bacon). Initial theatrical release February 17, 1984. Screen capture. Paramount Pictures. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images)

“Thank you, guys. Let’s dance,” Bacon told the students, causing everyone to cheer.

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It is not clear if Kenny Loggins, whose big hit “Footloose” anchored the teen-centric film, is going to be on hand to provide music for the upcoming prom.

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