Thriller Dance World Record Attempt

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Thousands of Michael Jackson fans across the globe put on their dancing shoes to try to set a world record.  The annual "Thrill The World" event was held over the weekend, with thousands of people in 37 different countries simultaneously dancing to Jackson's hit song "Thriller."  St. Louisans had the opportunity to participate at Six Flags on Saturday.  Those attending were taught choreography from the video before attempting to break the record. 

The total number of participants has yet to be announced, but this year's event is expected to set the world record for most people simultaneously performing Jackson's "Thriller" routine.  The current record was set in Mexico City just two months ago, when 13-thousand-597 people danced together on August 29th, which would have been Jackson's 51st birthday.