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Ginger Rogers

(Virginia McMath)
actress, dancer
Born: 7/16/1911
Birthplace: Independence, Missouri

Academy Award-winning film and stage actress and dancer who appeared in several romantic comedies with her dancing partner Fred Astaire. She also gave several successful dramatic performances. Her films include Swing Time (1939) and Kitty Foyle (1940).

Died: 4/25/1995

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