Gene Kelly was an American actor who is best known for Singin’ in the Rain, An American in Paris, and On the Town.
Personal and Family Life
Gene Kelly was born Eugene Curran Kelly on August 23, 1912, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was the third son of James Patrick Joseph Kelly and Harriet Catherine Curran. Kelly had a strong family background with Irish and German roots. He was married three times, first to Betsy Blair, then to Jeanne Coyne, and finally to Patricia Ward Kelly.
Career Highlights
Kelly started his career on Broadway before moving to Hollywood in 1941. His first film was For Me and My Gal, but his performances in An American in Paris and Singin’ in the Rain made him a household name. Known for his athletic dance style, he created memorable musical numbers that captured the hearts of audiences around the world.
Death and Legacy
Gene Kelly passed away on February 2, 1996, at the age of 83, due to complications from two strokes in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California. His contributions to film and dance left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. He is remembered as one of the greatest dancers and choreographers in movie history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Singin’ in the Rain | 1952-04-09 | Don Lockwood |
| An American in Paris | 1951-09-26 | Jerry Mulligan |
| For Me and My Gal | 1942-10-21 | Harry Palmer |
| On the Town | 1949-12-08 | Gabey |
| Brigadoon | 1954-09-08 | Tommy Albright |
| Anchors Aweigh | 1945-08-13 | Joseph Brady |
| Summer Stock | 1950-08-31 | Joe D. Ross |
| That’s Dancing! | 1985-01-18 | Self – Host |
| What a Way to Go! | 1964-07-31 | Pinky Benson |
| Les Girls | 1957-10-03 | Barry Nichols |
| Take Me Out to the Ball Game | 1949-03-09 | Eddie O’Brien |
| Xanadu | 1980-08-08 | Danny McGuire |