In a move that bridges the world of 80s nostalgia and modern-day TikTok trends, Courteney Cox has recreated her iconic dance from Bruce Springsteen's "Dancing in the Dark" music video. The TikTok video, shared by Cox on Sunday, is rapidly gaining traction and has left fans buzzing with excitement—and a smidgen of hope that The Boss himself might make a cameo in the future.

Participating in a ubiquitous TikTok trend where young people ask their moms to dance like they did in the '80s, Cox took on the challenge with the same gusto she exhibited decades ago. But this time, she’s no longer an anonymous fan; she’s Monica Geller from "Friends", which makes the whole scenario even more surreal.

According to USA Today and the New York Post, the video kicks off with Cox donning a cozy sweatshirt. As the beat drops, she dramatically removes the sweatshirt to reveal a vintage Bruce Springsteen t-shirt underneath. Adding the cherry on top, she dances her heart out just like she did in the original video, her moves unmistakable save for maybe a little more finesse honed over the years. The video is aptly captioned "1980’s dancing … in the dark."

For those who need a refresher: the original "Dancing in the Dark" music video, directed by Brian De Palma, features a young Courteney Cox being pulled on stage by Bruce Springsteen himself. It's one of those unforgettable moments in rock history, filmed when Cox was just 20 years old. The gig didn’t just offer her a front-row ticket to rock stardom; it helped launch her acting career, according to USA Today. Before this, Cox had a resume consisting of a commercial and a soap opera episode. Not exactly "gangbusters" in Hollywood terms.

In a 2022 interview on "The Howard Stern Show," Cox admitted she felt embarrassed about her dancing in the original video, noting that the audition process required her to dance in front of none other than director Brian De Palma himself. Cox recalled, "I thought I was just supposed to dance like myself, but apparently, I was supposed to be trying out for Solid Gold or something." Her humility seems disarming, especially given that most fans consider it an iconic piece of music video history.

Fans on TikTok and beyond have showered Cox with praise for the recreated dance. Even fellow celebrities got in on the action; Jennifer Garner, ever the supportive friend and Instagram queen, commented, "You win!" It appears the only trophy left to be won is a potential cameo by Bruce Springsteen, who might just feel the virtual tug to join the fun. After all, is there anything more 21st century than a TikTok dance challenge featuring the E Street Band frontman?

Despite her initial reluctance and residual embarrassment, Cox’s dance in "Dancing in the Dark" is a crucial part of her career genesis story. USA Today reminds us that Cox had only a few acting credits before her spontaneous dance with Springsteen paved the way for her subsequent roles in "Family Ties" and ultimately "Friends".

Cox's TikTok re-enactment functions as a bridge between past and present, highlighting the bizarrely cyclical nature of fame and dance moves. It’s a rare moment where Hollywood nostalgia converges with digital virality, leaving fans with one pressing question: Will Bruce Springsteen accept the TikTok baton? Only time and perhaps a bit of social media peer pressure will tell, but until then, we'll be dancing in the dark—or at least until the next viral challenge comes along.