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She’s still got it.

Jamie Lee Curtis re-created her famous aerobics scene from her 1985 film “Perfect” during her appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” Wednesday.

In the clip, Curtis wore a one-piece striped leotard as she taught aerobics again 40 years later.

This time, Fallon, 50, stood in for her co-star John Travolta in the exercise class.


  Jamie Lee Curtis in the “Perfect” skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Jamie Lee Curtis in the “Perfect” skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

  Jimmy Fallon in the “Perfect” skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Jimmy Fallon in the “Perfect” skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Curtis and Fallon did different dramatic aerobics moves like thrusting their hides from side to side, just as Curtis and Travolta, 70, did in the film.


  Curtis in “Perfect.” Columbia Pictures Curtis in “Perfect.” Columbia Pictures

  Travolta in “Perfect.” Columbia Pictures Travolta in “Perfect.” Columbia Pictures

But they also added some new props including pizza that they both seductively ate while staring at each other.

Curtis also pulled out a bottle of Champagne that she poured in glasses — and then on herself.

While Fallon was doing his thrusting, a white dove suddenly flew out of his workout shorts, much to Curtis’ surprise.


  Curtis eating pizza in the skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Curtis eating pizza in the skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

  Curtis pours Champagne in the skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Curtis pours Champagne in the skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Fallon also sent a video to Curtis’ phone of him in the class.

Near the end of the skit, Curtis had to use a defibrillator on a patient on a surgery table, who was rolled out by two doctors.


  Fallon in the “Perfect” skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Fallon in the “Perfect” skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

  Curtis in the skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Curtis in the skit. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

The “Freaky Friday” actress didn’t miss a beat in her routine as she saved the patient’s life.

Fallon then ran over to Curtis and hilariously danced behind her.


  Fallon dancing. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Fallon dancing. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Fans praised the re-creation of the 1985 film scene on social media.

“Insane! Love it!” one fan wrote in the comments section of the Instagram clip.

“This was not on my 2025 bingo card,” another fan added.

A third person said, “i’m laughing and cringing and entertained at the same time.”

“Firstly JLC is the QUEEN! She looks fabulous! Secondly, anyone who doesn’t find this funny needs to give themselves a good shake and loosen up!” a different comment read.


  Curtis at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency / SplashNews.com Curtis at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency / SplashNews.com

Curtis starred in “Perfect” as aerobics instructor Jessie Wilson.

Travolta played Adam Lawrence, a journalist who is assigned to do an exposé on fitness clubs, which is how he meets Jessie.

The film was directed by James Bridges and also starred Marilu Henner, Jann Wenner, Laraine Newman and Anne De Salvo. It made almost $13 million at the worldwide box office.

During her talk show appearance, Curtis got emotional talking about the Palisades fire that has impacted her house.


  Curtis and Fallon. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Curtis and Fallon. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

  Jamie Lee Curtis The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Jamie Lee Curtis The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon


  A beach house burned by the Palisades Fire. AFP via Getty Images A beach house burned by the Palisades Fire. AFP via Getty Images

“As you know, where I live is on fire right now,” Curtis said. “Literally, the entire city of the Pacific Palisades is burning. I flew here last night. I was on the plane and started getting texts. It’s f–king gnarly, you guys.”

The Oscar winner added, “It’s a catastrophe in Southern California. Obviously there has been horrific fires in many places. This is literally where I live.”

Curtis has since announced she’s donating $1 million to relief funds for communities impacted by the wildfires.

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