Dancers born on January 17

Take a focused look at the dancers born on January 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1926 Moira Shearer

  Moira Shearer was a celebrated Scottish ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Vicky Page in the classic film 'The Red Shoes' (1948). Renowned for her striking red hair and dazzling stage presence, she became one of the most iconic ballerinas-turned-actresses of the twentieth century. [bio]