Kevin Bacon Requests DJs Avoid 'Footloose' at Weddings

Kevin Bacon, known for his role as Ren in the 1984 film 'Footloose', has expressed a strong desire for wedding DJs to avoid playing the film's iconic song. Speaking at the SXSW film festival, he described his experience of being at weddings where the song plays, noting that it often diverts attention to him and leads to guests forming a circle around him to dance. Despite his affection for the song and pride in the film, Bacon finds the attention overwhelming and asks DJs to refrain from including it in wedding playlists. He reflected on how 'Footloose' significantly impacted his career, turning him into a household name, but also brought unexpected challenges related to fame. He emphasized that while he appreciates the film's legacy, the repetitive requests to dance can make him feel uncomfortable. Bacon's comments resonate with the broader theme of navigating celebrity and personal identity in the public eye.