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Bill Robinson, nicknamed Bojangles (born Luther Robinson; May 25, 1878 – November 25, 1949), was an American tap dancer, actor, and singer, the best known and the most highly paid black entertainer in the United States during the first half of the 20th century.
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, a legendary African American tap dancer and actor who starred in Broadway and Hollywood films. Find out how he got his nickname, who he married, what he did in World War I and how he died.
May 21, 2024 · Bill Robinson (born May 25, 1878, Richmond, Virginia, U.S.—died November 25, 1949, New York, New York) was an American dancer of Broadway and Hollywood, best known for his dancing roles with Shirley Temple in films of the 1930s.
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Nov 26, 2019 · Bill Robinson, also known as ‘Bojangles,’ was an American tap dancer and actor, best known for his movie roles with Shirley Temple in the 1930s. Check out this biography to know about his childhood, family life, career, and achievements.
Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Bill Robinson. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, draft status, bats, throws, school and more on Baseball-reference.com.
- June 26, 1943
May 25, 2017 · Learn how Bill "Bojangles" Robinson broke the racial barriers in vaudeville and film with his solo acts, his partnership with Shirley Temple, and his advocacy for black performers. Find out how he changed the rules of blackface, solo performance, and interracial collaboration in dance.
Aug 15, 2022 · Bill Robinson, who repped Robert Duvall, Carol Burnett and many others, passed away on Aug. 6 in Malibu. He was a longtime agent and mentor who started at MCA and later founded his own agency.
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