Gene Kelly
American dancer, actor, singer, director, producer and choreographer (1912-1996).
Born August 23rd, 1912 in Pittsburgh. [ref]
Died February 2nd, 1996 at 83 years old in Beverly Hills (stroke). [ref]
Gene Kelly, a beloved dancer, actor, producer, director, and choreographer, died at the age of 83 on February 2, 1996. He had a career spanning five decades and is remembered fondly for his roles in musical and comedy films such as Singin' in the Rain and An American in Paris. He was born in Pittsburgh in 1912 and attended the University of Pittsburgh. Kelly then moved to New York City in 1933 and began to pursue a career in show business. During his career he appeared in over 40 films and received an Academy Honorary Award in 1952. Kelly is remembered for his work in classic movies, which also earned him a Primetime Emmy Award for an outstanding variety special in 1967. Gene Kelly's legacy will live on through the many performances he provided in stage and television. He will be remembered for his unparalleled style of comedy and dance which made him one of the greats of his time.
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