Ginger Rogers was known for her singing and acting but mostly for her many movies and dance scenes with Fred Astaire.
Fred and his sister, Adele, learned to dance when they were very young. Their mother took them to New York to study dance. They performed in their first professional show when Fred was ten years old and Adele was twelve. Later, as teenagers, the two danced in many shows throughout the United States. Thus, a star was born.
I believe Arthur Murray created the modern ballroom dance. Tho many think Fred Astaire was the first, he actually learned from Arthur Murray.
Mr. Astaire is the greatest dancer in the history of Hollywood musicals. Mr. Astaire is also a fine singer who introduced many songs from the Great American Songbook. Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, the Gershwins, Harold Arlen and Johnny Mercer all wrote songs for him. Mr. Astaire was a Broadway star before making films. He danced on Broadway in the 20's and 30's with his sister Adele.
Perhaps, but more so in the 1930's when the Great Depression hit. Many people used to see their movies to escape reality, which was partly why they were so popular.
Fred Astaire had 2 children, Fred Jr. and Ava Astaire
Ginger Rogers was known for her singing and acting but mostly for her many movies and dance scenes with Fred Astaire.
Fred and his sister, Adele, learned to dance when they were very young. Their mother took them to New York to study dance. They performed in their first professional show when Fred was ten years old and Adele was twelve. Later, as teenagers, the two danced in many shows throughout the United States. Thus, a star was born.
I believe Arthur Murray created the modern ballroom dance. Tho many think Fred Astaire was the first, he actually learned from Arthur Murray.
Fred Astaire earned many kind of awards and honors in his lifetime as a stage dancer, choreographer, singer, musician and actor. He received Emmys, Oscars, Golden Globes and many other recognitions.
No. they were movie stars noted for their dancing that were stared together in many movies. Their studio assigned them.
...and links Amazon.com as the place to purchase DVD and VHS versions of the movie. If it's available there, many other sources probably have it too. IMDb says: "Please note that songs listed here (and in the movie credits) cannot always be found on CD soundtracks. Please check CD track details for confirmation." *"Begin the Beguine" Words and Music by Cole Porter Danced by Eleanor Powell and Fred Astaire from Broadway Melody of 1940 (1940) *"The Babbitt and the Bromide" Words by Ira Gershwin, Music by George Gershwin Danced by Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire from Ziegfeld Follies (1946) *"They Can't Take That Away from Me" Words by Ira Gershwin, Music by George Gershwin Performed by Fred Astaire Danced by Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers from The Barkleys of Broadway (1949) *"Let's Go Bavarian" Words by Harold Adamson, Music by Burton Lane Danced by Fred Astaire and Joan Crawford from Dancing Lady (1933) *"I Guess I'll Have to Change My Plan" Words by Howard Dietz, Music by Arthur SchwartzSung and danced by Fred Astaire and Jack Buchanan from The Band Wagon (1953) *"Shoes with Wings On" Words by Ira Gershwin, Music by Harry Warren Danced by Fred Astaire from The Barkleys of Broadway (1949) *"You're All the World to Me" Words by Alan Jay Lerner, Music by Burton Lane Sung and danced by Fred Astaire from Royal Wedding (1951) *"Dancing in the Dark" Words by Howard Dietz, Music by Arthur Schwartz Danced by Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse from The Band Wagon (1953) *"I Wanna Be Loved By You" Words and Music by Harry Ruby, Bert Kalmar and Herbert Stothart Sung by Debbie Reynolds (dubbed by Helen Kane) with Carleton Carpenter from Three Little Words (1950)
Mr. Astaire is the greatest dancer in the history of Hollywood musicals. Mr. Astaire is also a fine singer who introduced many songs from the Great American Songbook. Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, the Gershwins, Harold Arlen and Johnny Mercer all wrote songs for him. Mr. Astaire was a Broadway star before making films. He danced on Broadway in the 20's and 30's with his sister Adele.
Mostly James Brown, Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly and other olders dancers
His character (Johnny) that we can see only danced with Penny and Baby.
Fred Astaire did not win any Oscars; however, he did receive an honorary award and he was nominated once.1950 - Honorary Award - For his unique artistry and his contributions to the technique of musical pictures.Nominated - Best Actor in a Supporting Role for: The Towering Inferno (1974)
Perhaps, but more so in the 1930's when the Great Depression hit. Many people used to see their movies to escape reality, which was partly why they were so popular.