Tiny Elvis dancer William Stokkebroe became an internet sensation dancing the jive to Jailhouse Rock

William Stokkebroe, 2, wins over the crowd by gyrating his hips, clapping, tapping his feet and attempting to sing along to Jailhouse Rock
William Stokkebroe, 2, wins over the crowd by gyrating his hips, clapping, tapping his feet and attempting to sing along to Jailhouse Rock

A video of toddler William Stokkebroe dancing the jive to Elvis Presley’s Jailhouse Rock has attracted more than 3.8 million hits, 15,000 likes, and almost 1,700 comments on YouTube.

The two-year-old learned his smooth moves from his parents Kristina and Peter Stokkebroe, who run dance studio Studie43 in Denmark, according to the video’s description.

William Stokkebroe wins over the crowd by gyrating his hips, clapping, tapping his feet and attempting to sing along to the hit song.

Dressed like a true pro in a checked shirt and jeans, William Stokkebroe wows his captive audiences, who laugh and cheer, as he throws some shapes on the dance floor.

William Stokkebroe, 2, wins over the crowd by gyrating his hips, clapping, tapping his feet and attempting to sing along to Jailhouse Rock
William Stokkebroe, 2, wins over the crowd by gyrating his hips, clapping, tapping his feet and attempting to sing along to Jailhouse Rock

The tiny dancer imitates Elvis’s signature moves, while incorporating some of his own style, jumping high in the air and pulling a series of funny faces.

At the end of his crowd-pleasing performance, the toddler takes a triumphant bow, applauds himself, blows a kiss to his fans and high-fives a familiar face.

Internet users reacted with delight at the adorable video. Denisethepainter posted: “ELVIS! You’re BACK! That is one super cool baby! Amazing and soooo CUTE!”

Marginalacz said: “Lucky kid, he already knows what to do in life, I am 25 and still have no idea.”

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By Diane A. Wade

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