Dancers who died on September 18

Take a focused look at the dancers who passed away on September 18. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1979 Gene Kelly

  Gene Kelly was an American dancer, actor, singer, film director, producer, and choreographer, recognized for his energetic and athletic dancing style, his good looks, and his likable characters on screen. He is best known for his performances in classic Hollywood musicals such as 'Singin' in the Rain' and 'An American in Paris', contributing significantly to the development and popularity of … [bio]