Ginger Rogers
Ginger Rogers was an American actress, dancer, and singer who appeared in 73 films and is best known for her partnership with Fred Astaire in musical films.
Movie Actress
July 16, 1911
Cancer
April 25, 1995
83
Independence, Missouri, United States
Ginger Rogers, born Virginia Katherine McMath, was a renowned American actress, dancer, and singer, celebrated as one of the most talented performers during Hollywood’s Golden Age. She is best known for her iconic partnership with Fred Astaire, appearing in 10 films together. Rogers received the Best Actress Academy Award for her dramatic role in the 1940 film “Kitty Foyle” and starred in numerous successful films throughout the 1930s and 1940s, such as “Top Hat”, “Swing Time”, and “The Major and the Minor”.
Although primarily remembered as a dancer and actress, Rogers was also an accomplished singer. She recorded several albums, performed in Broadway musicals, and showcased her singing talents in films like “Flying Down to Rio” and “Follow the Fleet”. Despite her vocal abilities often being overshadowed by her dance skills, Rogers remains a notable triple threat in Hollywood history.
Ginger Rogers’ legacy is still celebrated in 2023, with her contributions to the Golden Age of Hollywood and her iconic partnership with Fred Astaire being remembered. Her most famous works include “Top Hat”, “Swing Time”, and “The Major and the Minor”, as well as her singing performances in films like “Flying Down to Rio” and “Follow the Fleet”. With a career spanning over five decades and a total of 73 films, Rogers remains an influential figure in the entertainment industry.