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Portrait of Fred Astaire. Source and license are linked in the caption.

Fred Astaire

Active
1904 — 1981

About

American dancer, choreographer, actor, and singer (1899–1987)

Measurements

Height
177 cm5′10″

Measurement date not supplied

Quick Facts

Name
Fred Astaire
Born
1899-05-10
Died
1987-06-22
Occupation
film actor / choreographer / singer / dancer / film producer / stage actor / voice actor / television presenter / television actor / percussionist / actor / executive producer / television producer / musician
Citizenship
United States
Birthplace
Omaha
Height
177 cm

Relationships

Spouses & partners

Family

Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.

Music & Artistry

Genres

  • traditional pop
  • jazz
  • swing
  • big band music
  • pop music

Instruments

  • voice

Record labels

  • MGM Records

Awards & Nominations

22 received · 11 nominations listed in Wikidata

YearAward / categoryResult
2008Grammy Hall of Fame
Top Hat, White Tie and Tails
Received
2006Grammy Hall of Fame Received
2005Grammy Hall of Fame
They Can't Take That Away from Me
Received
2004Grammy Hall of Fame
Night and Day
Received
2000Grammy Hall of Fame
Cheek to Cheek
Received

Languages

Native language

  • English

Spoken, written or signed

  • English

Sources & Credits

Wikidata · Q100937 ↗
Biographical data from Wikidata (CC0). Fact links open the corresponding statements and references.
Portrait source & license ↗

Facts retrieved .