Though it’s not generally common knowledge, Tracee Ellis Ross is Diana Ross’ daughter. But with Black-ish, Tracee is doing well enough for herself that she isn’t simply known as Diana’s daughter—a pretty big accomplishment since this is Diana Ross we’re talking about. But sometimes you have to pay homage.
Tracee’s homage comes via a recreation of the video for “Work That Body,” a gem that came during Diana’s early ‘80s resurgence. You don’t get to hear Tracee singing, but seeing her in spandex replicating her mother’s moves is a joy in itself.
Of course, it wouldn’t be a Tracee Ross joint if it didn’t have its quirks. She ends the video with a message for her mother. “Thanks, mom. What do you think?” she says, chuckling. “I think you’re so much hotter than me.”
As for why there’s a recreation in the first place, Trace took time to explain herself on her website, saying: