Fred Astaire (May 10, 1899 – June 22, 1987), born Frederick Austerlitz, was an American film and Broadway stage dancer, choreographer, singer and actor. His stage and subsequent film career spanned a total of 76 years, during which he made 31 musical films. He is particularly associated with Ginger Rogers, with whom he made ten films.
According to another major innovator in filmed dance, Gene Kelly, "The history of dance on film begins with Astai...
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Date of birth:
- May 10, 1899
Date of death:
- Jun 22, 1987 (age 88 years)
Place of birth:
Also known as:
- Fred Astair,
- Frederic Austerlitz Jr.
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