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Jean Butler (born March 14, 1971) is an American stepdancer, Irish dancer, choreographer, and actress. She is best known for originating the principal female role in the Irish dance theatrical production Riverdance. In January 2020 it was announced she is a member of the Irish America Hall of Fame, an honor presented by Irish America magazine.
Jean Butler, now 43, was the striking redhead who helped transform a once dying art form into a global brand before falling out with her co-star, whom she accused of hogging the spotlight. By...
Apr 13, 2013 · Closer to the ground: Jean Butler at home in New York; with Michael Flatley in Riverdance; and in her contemporary dance, Hurry. Photographs: Marcus Yam/The New York Times; Ian Douglas. Keith...
May 15, 2024 · Fast forward 30 years, Jean has now retired from dancing and shifted her focus to other projects. Where is Jean Butler now? Born on 14 March 1971, Jean is currently 53 years old. She was born in Mineola, New York, and grew up on Long Island. Her mother is originally from Co Mayo, reports RSVP Live.
Mar 1, 2020 · On the red carpet: Jean (right) with her mother, Josephine Butler,and her sister Cara at the 25 years of Riverdance celebration in Dublin. It’s been more than two decades now since Jean Butler was, as she referred to herself, “just a gigging Irish dancer.”
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Feb 13, 2024 · Butler’s cast of eight, ages 15 to 70, some Irish, some Irish American, includes four former “Riverdance” performers and a dancer with no ties to Ireland who took up Irish dance simply ...
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