Why Famous:Considered the fifth Greatest Male Star of All Time by the American Film Institute.
His stage and subsequent film and television careers spanned a total of 76 years, during which he made 31 musical films, several award-winning television specials and numerous recordings.
He is best known as Ginger Rogers' dancing partner and romantic interest, with whom he co-starred in a series of ten Hollywood musicals which transformed the genre.
Born: May 10, 1899 Birthplace:Omaha, Nebraska, USA
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