Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Steve Carell Dances with Grads at Northwestern Commencement
Actor Steve Carell, famous for his role in 'The Office,' gave a commencement speech at Northwestern University.
During the speech, he surprised everyone by starting a dance party to the song 'That's Not My Name'.
Carell, who also received an honorary degree, joined the students in the dance.
He wanted to share some important messages with the graduates.
He told them to be kind, laugh when they can, and be strong.
He also gave some fun advice about using their parents' guilt to their advantage.
Steve Carell surprised Northwestern University graduates with an impromptu dance break.
The dance break occurred during the 167th commencement ceremony at the United Centre in Chicago.
Carell, known for 'The Office,' received an honorary degree before the dance.
He danced to 'That's Not My Name' by The Ting Tings with students and the School of Communication Dean.
Carell used the moment to encourage graduates to lead with empathy, resilience, and to laugh often.
- Who
- Steve Carell and Northwestern University graduates.
- What
- Steve Carell led a dance break during Northwestern University's commencement.
- When
- June 15, during the 167th commencement ceremony.
- Where
- United Centre in Chicago.
- Why
- To celebrate and share messages of kindness and resilience with the graduates.
- Event
- Northwestern University Commencement Ceremony
- Location
- United Centre, Chicago
- Speaker
- Steve Carell
- Song
- That's Not My Name by The Ting Tings
- Degree
- Honorary degree awarded to Carell