Kerry Washington and several others shared their reactions to the popular routine.
Dennis said that her viral routine was inspired by the Black Lives Matter protests that dominated much of the last year. The UCLA gymnast hoped to highlight Black culture and empower those around her.
"The Black Lives Matter protests were pretty much the foundation. This summer, I had shoulder surgery so I wasn’t going out. I was trying to heal, trying to prepare for the season. But I was definitely out there in spirit," she told
"The subject of Black Likes Matter is so heavy. It is difficult for people to talk about — and sometimes you have to meet people where they’re at, with a celebration. Every single song is a major Black artist, musician, from different time periods. They had a huge impact on Black culture, which has also had a huge impact on me. So I’m just literally celebrating what they’ve done and having the time of my life."