Bob Fosse

Bob Fosse

Deceased · Born: Jun 23, 1927 · Died: Sep 23, 1987

Personal Details

BornJun 23, 1927 Chicago, Illinois, USA
Spouse
  • Gwen Verdon

    ( Apr 1, 1960 to Sep 23, 1987 )
  • Joan McCracken

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Mary Ann Niles

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
  • Cyril K. Fosse
  • Sara Alice (Stanton) Fosse

Biography

Bob Fosse, a renowned figure in the world of show business, entered the spotlight at a remarkably young age. By the time he was just 13 years old, he had already established himself as a professional, with his exceptional talents catching the attention of critics and industry professionals alike. In 1953, his remarkable abilities earned him a coveted contract with MGM, marking him as their newest and most promising dancing discovery, reminiscent of the legendary Fred Astaire. However, after making his debut in the musical "Kiss Me Kate," the studio ultimately decided that the production costs were too high, leading Bob to bid farewell to Hollywood and seek his fortunes on the stages of Broadway.