Fred Astaire

Born

  • May 10, 1899
  • Omaha, NE

Died

  • June 22, 1987
  • Los Angeles, CA

Real Name

  • Frederick Austerlitz

Marriages / Children

  • Phyllis Potter (1933-1954)
  • Fred, Jr. (b. 1936)
  • Ava (b. 1942)
  • Robyn Smith (1980)

Fred Astaire

Available Reviews

  • Steppin' Out -- Astaire Sings

    Steppin' Out: Astaire Sings

    Fred Astaire sang and danced his way through many of Hollywood's most memorable musicals. He was a dapper and talented performer, and a favorite of composer Irving Berlin. With his quiet, smooth vocal style, Astaire had the opportunity to launch many of his era's most popular songs . . . Read More

  • Holiday Inn

    Holiday Inn

    Truly one of the best musicals ever produced, Holiday Inn combined the talents of singing great Bing Crosby and dance virtuoso Fred Astaire with a score by legendary composer Irving Berlin. The film introduced such classics as ''Be Careful It's My Heart'' and the Academy-Award winning ''White Christmas'' . . . Read More

  • Irving Berlin in Hollywood

    Irving Berlin in Hollywood

    Irving Berlin's music has probably been featured in more Hollywood films than any other composer in history. This 25-song collection of songs from various soundtracks only captures a small portion of Berlin's film legacy but gives a broad overview of his long and productive career. . . . Read More

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