Christina Applegate, a blonde, channels Kelly Bundy with a new dance called “The Bundy Bounce.”
Christina Applegate, who rose to fame in the 1990s comedy Married with Children as Kelly Bundy, shocked audiences by paying a fond respect to her previous character and presenting a fresh take on an old tale. Applegate, who portrayed the upbeat and relatively innocent daughter of Al and Peg Bundy, is going on an unexpected job interview as the face of a new Allanté vehicle.
Applegate is acting out a Kelly Bundy-inspired incident using a dance routine she calls “The Bundy Bounce.” Her married days with children are being parodied with this. In a recent interview, she gave her explanation for the change, saying it was an attempt to rediscover the easygoing and happy persona Kelly had from 1987 to 1997, the run of the show.
As I was browsing over some old scripts, I thought, ‘Why not have some fun with this?’ Applegate recalled, reflecting on the scene that catapulted her into celebrity. Kelly was always thinking of ridiculous ways to make herself stand out, so I thought what would happen if she applied for a luxury car commercial right now? Consequently, “The Bundy Bounce” was produced.
This story is based on an episode of Married with Children in which Kelly Bundy, who was known for her daring behavior and daring wardrobe choices, was occasionally on the point of slapstick humor. Kelly’s ambition to represent Allanté would have made for a fantastic made-up story, replete with her characteristic airheaded charm, brash confidence, and exceptional dancing skills. The result of such concept is “The Bundy Bounce,” a ridiculous yet incredibly energetic dance designed to grab the judges’ attention.
To the glee of her devoted Married with Children fans, Applegate recently posted a little video of herself practicing the dance on social media. The video went viral right away, showing Applegate imitating Kelly’s crazy enthusiasm for the audition in her living room with lots of exaggerated arm movements, hip swings, and, of course, a wink toward the camera.
“It was the Kelly that was all show and no substance that people really wanted to see again,” joked Applegate. “Kelly would have tried to impress the audience by performing the silly, ridiculous dance.”
Despite Applegate’s successful post-Married with Children career, which included well-regarded parts in Anchorman and Dead to Me, Kelly Bundy’s effect is still felt in popular culture. During the 1990s, Kelly gained notoriety as a “dumb blonde” among sitcom viewers due to her carefree demeanor, catchy one-liners, and unreserved outlook. In addition, she frequently possessed greater self-awareness than others realized.
As many fans are rediscovering Married with Children through streaming platforms, Applegate’s tribute to Kelly with “The Bundy Bounce” introduces a new generation to the antics of the Bundy family. The show’s irreverent comedy, exaggerated characters, and caustic critique of middle-class America continue to resonate powerfully with sitcom lovers.
Following this fantastic callback, was Applegate considering returning to Married with Children? She grinned and replied, “You never know!” It all comes down to timing and story, in my opinion. For now, though, I’m content to honor Kelly in a unique way.
In spite of her recent hectic schedule, which includes continuing to advocate for multiple sclerosis after receiving a diagnosis herself, Applegate hasn’t ruled out reprising Kelly Bundy’s role in the future.
Fans can currently enjoy her upbeat dance routines and endearing nostalgia. One thing is certain, though: The Bundy Bounce is a funny reminder of why fans will always appreciate Christina Applegate and Kelly Bundy. It’s debatable if Kelly Bundy would have ever been hired as an Allanté ambassador.
The number of views Applegate’s latest “Bundy Bounce” video is receiving indicates that she has successfully introduced the appeal of her character to a new generation of viewers while also bringing back nostalgic memories of the 1990s. Watch Applegate’s social media accounts closely, as she has hinted that she might post additional content based on her stint as Kelly Bundy.
She chuckled, “Once you start bouncing, it’s hard to stop.”
