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Phanatic helps usher achieve realistic surfing dance by throwing water on him

Phanatic dumps water on dancing usher

The Phillie Phanatic is nothing if not dedicated to dramatic realism. On Sunday afternoon, as an usher danced to the Beach Boys' "Surfin' USA," the Phanatic encouraged him to really feel the waves:

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Sure, you can call this a prank, but the Phanatic is one of the greatest method actors of his generation and simply wanted to share his craft. He even won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Tina Turner:

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