We've been twisting for 65 years! This month in 1960, Chubby Checker released his debut album, "Twist With Chubby Checker.” The undisputed king of 1960s rock & roll dance crazes, Chubby Checker’s album inspired millions to shake it all night long to hits like “The Twist,” “The Hucklebuck,” and “The Pony.” Tune in to Disney on November 8, to see Chubby Checker get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. | Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Chubby Checker: The Black Pioneer Who Made the World Dance Before TikTok dance challenges and viral trends, one man changed music forever—Chubby Checker. With just a song and a twist of the hips, he sparked a movement that shattered racial barriers and redefined pop culture. In 1960, “The Twist” became the first dance craze to take over America, uniting people across race and class at a time when segregation still gripped the nation. Checker’s smooth moves and infectious energy made him a househ