"You can’t escape him — he’s everywhere!"
That’s what TikTok users are saying about the Blue Shirt Dancing Guy, the viral meme dominating For You Pages around the world.
With whisk dance and a vibe that feels too smooth to be real, this clip has sparked curiosity, remixes, and even AI-inspired recreations.
Who Is the Blue Shirt Dancing Guy?
Source: Instagram @starlightdanceclub
The man in the blue shirt is Ruslan Aidaev, a professional Latin dance instructor. You can follow him on Instagram at @starlightdanceclub, where he shares more of his workshops and dancing tips.
The original clip was filmed during a 2021 Latin dance event called Latin World Camp, where Ruslan demonstrated the elegant Samba Whisk dance step.
While the footage had existed online since 2022, it didn’t reach meme status until 2025.
Why Did the Blue Shirt Dancing Guy Go Viral?
Although the clip had existed online since 2022, it didn’t gain major traction until early 2025.
The turning point came when TikTok creator @brianmichaelhinds_ posted a remix of the original video with the track “Assumptions” by Sam Gellaitry.
His edit perfectly captured the rhythmic vibe of the Samba Whisk step and added a humorous caption that sparked a wave of imitations.
The dance’s flowing movements, Ruslan’s calm demeanor, and the beat-sync made the video hypnotizing—many viewers even joked that it looked AI-generated.
The Samba Whisk features gentle hip sways and smooth transitions that loop perfectly for TikTok.
After the video went viral, thousands of TikTok users started learning the Samba Whisk themselves, turning dance tutorials into a trend of their own.
Meanwhile, AI-generated versions of the dance exploded—some featured LEGO characters, stick figures, or even animals mimicking the signature hip movements.
These remakes often went viral too, with many surpassing over a million views.
How the Blue Shirt Dancing Guy Became a Meme
The Blue Shirt Dancing Guy meme became a flexible and funny format for TikTokers everywhere.
From office jokes to anime edits, creators used Ruslan’s relaxed dancing as a backdrop for all kinds of relatable or absurd content.
The meme’s strength lies in its versatility. Whether users add captions, splice in random audio, or green-screen themselves into the dance, the result is always entertaining.
How to Join the Blue Shirt Dancing Guy Trend
Want to jump in? Here’s how:
- Learn the Samba Whisk – It’s beginner-friendly and visually impressive.
- Use the trending audio – “Assumptions” by Sam Gellaitry is the go-to track.
- Edit creatively – Try overlays, filters, or even costume edits to give it your own twist.
Make Your Own Blue Shirt Dancing Guy Meme with AI
With how smooth and seamless the Blue Shirt Dancing Guy’s moves are, it’s no surprise people thought it looked AI-generated—and now, you can actually recreate it using AI.
Try the Image-to-Video feature in the YouCam Video app.
Just upload a photo of yourself, pick a dance animation (like hip swaying or Samba-inspired moves), and add music.
In seconds, your image will move like the Blue Shirt Guy—no rhythm required.
You’re not alone—countless creators have used AI to generate hilarious or surreal dance clips, from cartoon avatars to LEGO minifigs performing the iconic move.
Some of these AI creations have gone just as viral, amassing millions of views across TikTok and YouTube.
Final Thoughts
The Blue Shirt Dancing Guy trend proves how one dance clip, one edit, and one smart caption can transform a teaching moment into a global meme.
Whether you’re here for the dance, the remixes, or the laughs, this trend is a perfect blend of art and internet fun.
Ready to make your own dancing meme? Download YouCam Video and try the Image-to-Video feature today. Your AI dance debut awaits.