Ageless '70s Icon, 74, Claims That She Is the Reason the 'Macarena' Was So Successful in the U.S.originally appeared onParade. Every Millennial and Gen Xer vividly remembers when the "Macarena" took over in the '996. Our school dances guaranteed at least one round of it, and we have the singing, dancing, comedic, guitarist and 70's iconCharo, 74, to thank for it. Related: '70s Pop Culture Icon, 74, Still as Beautiful and "Cuchi-Cuchi" as Ever On July 1,Charoreminded her longtime fans that the reason the Macarena exploded in the U.S. was because of her. "Hola amigos," she captions her video. :I want to share with you a little history that I hope you like... Once upon a time when my 'cuchi-cuchi' was only a 'kichi-kichi' I introduce to America a cute song and dance like aerobic exercise by the name Macarena..." The performer apparentlyheard the original version in Madridand brought it back with her to dance in her live performances. Inspired by Flamenco dancing, the Macarena was far more "seductive" whenCharodid it, but when it officially landed in the U.S. thanks to the The Bayside Boys mix of Los Del Rio's "Macarena" and was remastered in 1996 with English, the dance became more "robotic" for American enthusiasts. Fans weren't just fixated onCharo'strivia lesson, they couldn't keep their eyes off of her impressive dance moves and ageless appearance at 74 years old. "Looking good," complimented one fan. "I've been watching you since I was a kid you've always been so beautiful." "You haven't aged," noted another. "I'm 50-years-oldand I swear you look the same as you did when I was a child. Love your vibe!" 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Ageless '70s Icon, 74, Claims That She Is the Reason the 'Macarena' Was So Successful in the U.S.first appeared on Parade on Jul 2, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 2, 2025, where it first appeared.