Diana and Travolta's White House Dance Almost Didn't Happen

Exhibition Highlights

Princess Diana's iconic dance with John Travolta is featured in a Ronald Reagan Presidential Library exhibition.

Dance Almost Didn't Happen

John Travolta hesitated to dance with Princess Diana at the White House on November 9, 1985.

Social Secretary's Role

Social secretary Gahl Burt encouraged Travolta to dance with Diana after speaking with Nancy Reagan.

Diana's Dance Partners

Diana danced with President Reagan, Clint Eastwood, and Tom Selleck during the White House event.

Travolta's Nervousness

Travolta admitted he was nervous before approaching Diana and thought she wouldn't ask him to dance.

“I didn't think they'd ask me to dance with her”

Dance Experience

Travolta danced with Diana for 15 minutes at midnight in the White House ballroom.

Diana's Reaction

Diana accepted Travolta's invitation with a captivating smile and a touch of sadness.

“She spins around and gives me that captivating smile, just a little sad, and accepts my invitation”

Travolta's Reflection

Travolta called the dance one of his life's highlights and Diana's favorite moment in the U.S.

Nancy Reagan's Role

Nancy Reagan told Travolta Diana wanted to dance with him at midnight.

“It is her wish”

Exhibition Details

The exhibition runs from November 7, 2023 to May 31, 2027 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.

Diana's Legacy

Diana's humanitarian work and global influence are highlighted in the exhibition.