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Fred Astaire
Fred Astaire, born Frederick Austerlitz on May 10, 1899, was an American dancer, actor, singer, musician, choreographer, and presenter whose career spanned more than seven decades and made him a beloved figure in stage, film, and television. Hailing from Omaha, Nebraska, Astaire soared to fame with his elegance, grace, and originality in both dance and music. He worked in numerous musical films and several television specials and made significant contributions to dance by transforming it from a mere form of entertainment into an acclaimed art. Astaire also shared a fruitful dance partnership with Ginger Rogers, and they co-starred in ten Hollywood musicals. With his creative prowess and tireless perfectionism, Astaire greatly influenced the American Smooth style of ballroom dance. A Grammy and Emmy Award recipient, he was admired also for his nuanced performances that showcased his unrivaled sense of rhythm and his innovative choreography. He was considered by many to be the greatest popular-music dancer of all time. Along with his dance career, Astaire had considerable impact on the musical genre. His voice introduced many timeless songs from the Great American Songbook, establishing him as among the foremost interpreters of jazz standards.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: Frederick Austerlitz
Born: Omaha, Nebraska, U.S
Citizenship: United States
Birthday: May 10, 1899
Occupations: Dancer, actor, singer, choreographer, presenter
Years Active: 1904-1981
Children: 2
Spouses: Phyllis Livingston Potter, Robyn Smith
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Awards and Nominations Received by Fred Astaire
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Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actor)
The Towering InfernoMovies Featuring Fred Astaire
On the Beach
Top Hat
Swing Time
The Gay Divorcee
Roberta
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle
Flying Down to Rio
The Towering Inferno
Funny Face
That's Entertainment!
The Band Wagon
That's Entertainment, Part II
And the Oscar Goes To…
Sem Título #1: Dance of Leitfossil
Bing Crosby: Rediscovered
Darcey Bussell: Looking for Fred Astaire
Sid & Judy
Complicated Women
Get Aboard! ‘The Band Wagon’
Astaire and Rogers: Partners in Rhythm
You’re the Top: The Cole Porter Story
The Fred Astaire Songbook
Ghost Story
That’s Dancing!
Going Hollywood: The ’30s
George Stevens: A Filmmaker’s Journey
Showbiz Goes to War
AFI Life Achievement Award: 50th Anniversary Special
Ziegfeld Follies
You’ll Never Get Rich
The Easter Bunny Is Comin’ to Town
The Man in the Santa Claus Suit
The Over-the-Hill Gang Rides Again
You Were Never Lovelier
Flashing Spikes
Hollywood: The Selznick Years
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town
The Belle of New York
Broadway Melody of 1940
Three Little Words
The Barkleys of Broadway
Audrey Hepburn: Remembered
Let’s Dance
Shall We Dance
Silk Stockings
Second Chorus
The Pleasure of His Company
Midas Run
Blue Skies
Dancing Lady
Carefree
Twenty Years After
1939: Hollywood’s Greatest Year
A Damsel in Distress
The Purple Taxi
Finian’s Rainbow
Easter Parade
Follow the Fleet
Yolanda and the Thief
The Amazing Dobermans
The Lion Roars Again
Stars of Cabaret
Holiday Inn
A Family Upside Down
Hollywood: The Dream Factory
An Evening with Fred Astaire
Gene Kelly - An American in Hollywood
Career Timeline
Track the complete movie timeline of Fred Astaire, including all film releases, career breakthroughs, and notable roles. Follow their journey from early performances to recent blockbusters and upcoming projects.
2014
And the Oscar Goes To…
Self (archive footage)
Sem Título #1: Dance of Leitfossil
Self (archive footage)
Bing Crosby: Rediscovered
Self (archive footage)
1977
The Easter Bunny Is Comin’ to Town
S.D. Kluger (narrator) (voice)
The Purple Taxi
Dr. Seamus Scully
1970
The Over-the-Hill Gang Rides Again
The Baltimore Kid
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town
S.D. Kluger (voice)
1961
Hollywood: The Selznick Years
'Dancing Lady' (archive footage) (uncredited)
The Pleasure of His Company
Biddeford 'Pogo' Poole
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