Overview
- Instagram posts from D-Nice and the Debbie Allen Dance Company show Cruise and Allen dancing at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy in Los Angeles on Nov. 15.
- Clips capture the pair moving to Cameo’s “Candy” and Maze & Frankie Beverly’s “Before I Let Go,” with guests joining on the floor.
- Jenifer Lewis, Phylicia Rashad and Jennifer Hudson were among those at the celebration, according to event footage and reports.
- The Academy will present the statuettes on Nov. 16 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom to Cruise, Allen, production designer Wynn Thomas and Dolly Parton.
- The Academy has cited Cruise’s advocacy for theatrical exhibition and Allen’s trailblazing career, while reports say Parton is not expected to attend due to health issues.