Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers (July 16, 1911 – April 25, 1995) was an American film and stage actress, dancer and singer. During her long career, she made a total of 73 films, and is noted for her role as Fred Astaire's romantic interest and dancing partner in a series of ten Hollywood musical films that revolutionized the genre. She also achieved success in a variety of film roles, and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in Kitty Foyle (1... more

Date of birth:

  • Jul 16, 1911

Date of death:

  • Apr 25, 1995 (age 83 years)

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Height:

  • 1.638 m (5.374 ft )
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