Jeremy Fry, a devoted Boston Celtics fan, created a memorable moment when he enthusiastically danced to Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ On A Prayer” during a game. The young man passionately sang and danced to the 1986 hair metal hit as the game camera zoomed in on him. It was as if he were on stage at a Bon Jovi concert, jumping around, playing air guitar, and singing at the top of his lungs.

As Fry moved rhythmically down the aisle, the crowd joined in, singing and even welcoming him as they enjoyed the Bon Jovi classic. His spontaneous and genuine dancing resonated with the audience. Following the video’s rapid ascent in popularity, the band chose to share it on their official Bon Jovi YouTube channel. With 16 million views, the video has gained significant recognition among sports fans.

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Comments like, “It must be amazing to immerse yourself in the moment without worrying about others’ opinions,” reflect the admiration Fry’s online followers have for his passion. Well done, young man! I’ve watched this ad numerous times. Observing this remarkable young man’s authentic, spontaneous expressions of love, creativity, and respect consistently brings me happiness. He’s truly one of a kind.

During the 2008–2009 season with the Boston Celtics, Fry showcased his legendary viral performance. The Celtics set a franchise record by winning 19 consecutive games that season. Although numerous dancing fan videos have emerged on YouTube, Fry’s performance remains the original and still leads the genre. Many consider it the greatest fan performance of all time. In an interview conducted during one of the games that season, Fry maintained a lighthearted and humorous tone.

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Fry recalled in the interview that he first watched the Boston Celtics play when he was just seven years old. He went on to explain that the 2007–2008 season, during which the team claimed the championship against their historic rivals, the Los Angeles Lakers, reignited his passion for the franchise. Although the Celtics were unable to defend their title in the 2008–2009 season, their impressive start of 27–2 might have fueled the excitement that led to Fry’s dance performances.