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Eugene Curran “Gene” Kelly (August 23, 1912 – February 2, 1996) was an American dancer, actor, singer, film director and producer, and choreographer. Kelly was known for his energetic and athletic dancing style, his good looks and the likeable characters that he played on screen.

• Born: Eugene Curran Kelly August 23, 1912 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
• Died: February 2, 1996 (aged 83) Beverly Hills, California, United States
• Occupation: Actor, dancer, singer, director, producer, choreographer
• Years active: 1938–94
• Spouse: Betsy Blair (1941–1957) Jeanne Coyne (1960–1973) (her death) Patricia Ward (1990–1996) (his death)

Read more about Gene Kelly at Wikipedia or at the Internet Movie Database

Classic Hollywood: Gene Kelly tribute includes famous fans
LA Times Entertainme, 2012-05-14 07:00:00
The film academy's 'Centennial Tribute' spans two evenings, hosted by Patricia Ward Kelly and including Justin Timberlake and Harry Shum Jr.There are myriad reasons why the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is celebrating Gene Kelly's centennial with two special evenings this Thursday and Friday. After all, he was ...

Movie review: Children in love with ballet in 'First Position'
LA Times Entertainme, 2012-05-03 21:44:06
Bess Kargman's 'kids compete' documentary enters the world of the classical ballet competition, which makes for a compelling and emotionally involving film."Gotta dance!" is what Gene Kelly insists in "Singing in the Rain," and none of the driven young people featured in the irresistible "First Position" would do anything but ...

film: Silent-Movie-Era Tributes From the Past
NY Times Movies, 2012-01-06 21:36:22
Films that pay homage to the silent movie era include “Singin' in The Rain,” with Gene Kelly and Jean Hagen.