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Joan Hume McCracken (December 31, 1917 – November 1, 1961) was an American dancer and actress who became famous for her role as Sylvie ("The Girl Who Falls Down") in the original 1943 production of Oklahoma! She also was noted for her performances in the Broadway shows Bloomer Girl (1944), Billion Dollar Baby (1945) and Dance Me a Song (1950 ...
Joan McCracken (1917-1961) Actress. Soundtrack. IMDbPro Starmeter See rank. Play trailer 2:45. Good News (1947) 1 Video. 7 Photos. If ever there was a natural-born star it was Joan McCracken. If ever a performer lived up to their early promise, first in ballet, then a spectacular debut on Broadway, it was Joan McCracken.
Apr 16, 2019 · “Joan McCracken was single-handedly responsible for getting Bobby Fosse his first job as a choreographer on Broadway.” By Julie Miller. April 16, 2019. From Glasshouse Images/REX/Shutterstock....
Apr 17, 2019 · McCracken ultimately died in 1961, according to The New York Times. She suffered a heart attack in her sleep due to complications from diabetes.
Apr 16, 2019 · Leisure. Arts & Culture. Joan McCracken Was More than Bob Fosse's Second Wife. She was a triple-threat performer both on Broadway and in Hollywood, and even influenced Truman Capote's iconic...
Jul 21, 2021 · Actress Joan McCracken was one. The former wife of director Bob Fosse it was she who got the house in the divorce and made it her own. Many celebrities found the Pines their home.
Joan McCracken Is Dead at 38; Dancer Appeared in 'Oklahoma!'; Became Famous Overnight as 'Girl Who Falls Down'--Also Was Seen in Films - The New York Times. Advertisement. Joan McCracken Is...
