Jenna Dewan Recalls Steamy Kissing Scene With Christina Aguilera

The actress opens up about filming the sexy "Not Myself Tonight" music video with the pop star.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:33pm

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Jenna Dewan, 45, recently recalled her experience filming the music video for Christina Aguilera's 2010 song "Not Myself Tonight." Dewan said she was surprised when she showed up on set and was handed lingerie, only to find out she would be making out with Aguilera, 45, in the video. Dewan said the experience was "really fun" and that Aguilera is a "great kisser." The actress also revealed that as a dancer, she's worked with many stars and would love to collaborate with Madonna in the future.

Why it matters

The "Not Myself Tonight" music video was a bold, S&M-themed visual that pushed boundaries and generated a lot of buzz around Aguilera's artistry and sexuality at the time. Dewan's behind-the-scenes account provides a unique perspective on the making of the provocative video and the chemistry between the two performers.

The details

Dewan said when she arrived on set for the "Not Myself Tonight" video, she was surprised to be handed lingerie and told she would be making out with Aguilera. Despite the unexpected nature of the scene, Dewan said she "went for it" and the two had "a lot of fun" filming the steamy sequence. Dewan also praised Aguilera's skills as a kisser, joking that she's "a great kisser."

  • Dewan and Aguilera filmed the "Not Myself Tonight" music video in 2010.

The players

Jenna Dewan

A 45-year-old actress who has worked as a dancer with numerous pop stars, including Janet Jackson, Pink, and Missy Elliott.

Christina Aguilera

A 45-year-old pop star known for her powerful vocals and bold, sexually-charged music videos and performances.

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What they’re saying

“That was really funny because I did not know what I was getting myself into. I showed up to film this video, which I thought I was dancing, but I thought it was — I don't know what I was doing. But I was like, 'Sure, I'll work with Christina!'”

— Jenna Dewan, Actress

“I had a moment of, like, 'Do I? OK!' I went for it, and it was really fun. We had a lot of fun.”

— Jenna Dewan, Actress

“She's the tiniest person I've ever met in my life. I've never met anyone in my life littler than she is. She's got this tiny little hourglass figure and that worked for that retro look!”

— Jenna Dewan, Actress

The takeaway

Dewan's candid recollection of the "Not Myself Tonight" video shoot provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at the making of one of Aguilera's most provocative and memorable music videos, highlighting the chemistry and camaraderie between the two performers.