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November 22, 2008 11:51:58 CST



Dance Icon Cyd Charisse Dies at 86

Posted Jun 17, 08 9:01 PM CDT in Arts & Living 

(Newser) – Cyd Charisse, who gained renowned as a graceful dancer in the golden age of Hollywood musicals as a partner of Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly, died today of cardiac arrest at age 86, Variety reports. Known for her beauty and long legs, the 5-6 Charisse gained acclaim in movies such as The Band Wagon and Singin' in the Rain. In the latter, she danced with Astaire in the show-stopper "Broadway Melody." Charisse continued performing in her 70s and made her Broadway debut in 1992.

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In this undated file photo, Fred Astaire, right, and Cyd Charisse dance in the 1953 film "The Band Wagon."   (AP Photo)
In this undated file photo, Fred Astaire, left, and Cyd Charisse dance in the 1953 film "The Band Wagon."   (AP Photo)
In this file photo, Cyd Charisse is pictured in character for her role in "Grand Hotel, The Musical."   (AP Photo)
In this 1966 file photo, Cyd Charisse is pictured in character for her role in "Meet Me in Las Vegas."   (AP Photo)
In this undated file photo, Cyd Charisse and Gene Kelly are shown.   (AP Photo)
In this Sept. 17, 2004, file photo, actress Cyd Charisse, is shown in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, file)
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