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Russell Irving Tamblyn(born December 30, 1934), also known as Rusty Tamblyn, is an American film and television actor and dancer. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Tamblyn trained as a gymnastin his youth. He began his career as a child actor for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
A buoyant dancer and tumbler, Tamblyn began acting in films in 1948. His abilities as an acrobat and gymnast led to his being cast in such spectacular and dynamic dance films as Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954), Tom Thumb (1958), and West Side Story (1961) among others.
A buoyant dancer and tumbler, Tamblyn began acting in films in 1948. His abilities as an acrobat and gymnast led to his being cast in such spectacular and dynamic dance films as Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954), Tom Thumb (1958), and West Side Story (1961) among others.
He tumbled through his acclaimed starring role in the original West Side Story as an actor and acrobatic dancer, taught Elvis Presley some signature dance moves, and became an unlikely visionary in the counterculture movement of the sixties alongside peers and friends Henry Miller and Dennis Hopper.
Apr 9, 2024 · Russ Tamblyn and Wife Bonnie Reveal Daughter Amber Edited His New Memoir: She Brought a 'Modern Perspective' (Exclusive)
Apr 16, 2023 · At his Tribute Conversation at the 2023 TCM Classic Film Festival, Russ Tamblyn talks about his history of acrobatics and tumbling leading to dancing, working with Cecil B. DeMille, his...
Apr 9, 2024 · Russ Tamblyn And Daughter Amber Tamblyn Reflect On His Storied Career In Film | The View. Tamblyn, who starred as Riff in "West Side Story," looks back at the exciting behind-the-scenes...
Biography. Russ’ career as an actor, dancer, choreographer, director and artist has spanned nearly eight decades. Born Dec. 30, 1934 into a show business family, Russ has performed in every kind of venue, from small playhouses to Madison Square Garden.
May 5, 2021 · Original West Side Story stars Russ Tamblyn and George Chakiris react to Spielberg remake trailer Plus, Tamblyn reveals two former Jets make cameos in the film.
Nov 23, 2021 · Russ Tamblyn: One of the big pranks that I remember was when we were on location in New York. I can't remember who went up the fire escape first and put a sign up there.
