# Innovative Dance Memorials Patrick Swayze's Touching 'Dancing With the Stars' Tribute By Jacqueline Parrish | Published 2009-09-25 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-swayze-dancing-with-the-stars References: [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhN1uwvaMG0) & [patrickswayze.net](http://www.patrickswayze.net/pics.htm) A recently deceased 80s 'Dirty Dancing' icon was paid tribute to last evening; Patrick Swayze's 'Dancing With the Stars' memorial involved huge screens playing clips of the deceased actor while the stars of the [reality dancing show](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-comic-con) busted out into a routine that featured some of the most [memorable dance moves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-it) from 'Dirty Dancing.' Patrick Swayze's 'Dancing With the Stars' tribute was a [touching memorial](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remembermeai) for the dance legend, who is sorely missed by his fans and followers alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Digital Memorials:** The use of screens and digital technology to create immersive and interactive memorial experiences. - **Celebrity Tribute Shows:** Live shows that pay homage to iconic figures and give fans the opportunity to celebrate their legacy. - **Interactive Reality TV:** Incorporating audience participation and technology into traditional reality TV formats to create new and engaging experiences for viewers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** Opportunities to create innovative and interactive tribute shows that combine live performances with digital technology. - **Funeral Services:** Using digital technology to enhance the memorial experience for families and loved ones. - **Broadcasting:** Creating new formats and programming that incorporate audience participation and interactive elements to increase engagement and viewership. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Music Culture-Honoring Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-tshirt.md) - [Rewarding Dance Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desperados-dance-club.md) - [Dreamy Dance-Centric Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-and-spike-jonze.md) - [AI-Powered Virtual Memorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-memorials.md) - [Commemorative Skateboarding Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harold-hunter.md) - [Actor-Honoring Blockchain Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-late-robin-williams.md) - [Endurance Tap Dance Performances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endurance-tap-dance.md) - [Metaverse Dance Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-dance-day.md) - [Anniversary-Honoring Holograms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walt-disney.md)