Dancers who died on February 11

Take a focused look at the dancers who passed away on February 11. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1982 Eleanor Powell

  Eleanor Powell was an American dancer and actress, widely acclaimed as one of the greatest tap dancers in film history. She rose to fame in Hollywood musical films during the 1930s and 1940s with her energetic, athletic style and was often billed as 'the world's greatest tap dancer.' [bio]