Gregory Hines
American dancer, actor, and singer (1946–2003) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Gregory Oliver Hines (February 14, 1946 – August 9, 2003) was an American dancer, actor, choreographer, and singer. He is one of the most celebrated tap dancers of all time. As an actor, he is best known for Wolfen (1981), The Cotton Club (1984), White Nights (1985), Running Scared (1986), The Gregory Hines Show (1997–1998), playing Ben on Will & Grace (1999–2000), and for voicing Big Bill on the Nick Jr. Channel animated children's television program Little Bill (1999–2004).
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Born | Gregory Oliver Hines (1946-02-14)February 14, 1946 New York City, New York, U.S. |
Died | August 9, 2003(2003-08-09) (aged 57) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Resting place | Saint Volodymyr Ukrainian Cemetery Oakville, Ontario, Canada |
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Years active | 1948–2003 |
Spouses | Patricia Panella
(m. 1968; div. 1972)Pamela Koslow
(m. 1981; div. 2000) |
Partner(s) | Negrita Jayde (2000–2003) |
Children | 2 |
Relatives | Maurice Hines (brother) |
Hines starred in more than 40 films and also appeared on Broadway. He received many accolades, including a Daytime Emmy Award, a Drama Desk Award, and a Tony Award, as well as nominations for a Screen Actors Guild Award and four Primetime Emmy Awards.