Gower Champion

Gower Champion

Deceased · Born: Jun 22, 1921 · Died: Aug 25, 1980

Personal Details

BornJun 22, 1921 Geneva, Illinois, USA
Spouse
  • Karla Most

    ( Jul 23, 1976 to Aug 25, 1980 )
  • Marge Champion

    ( Oct 5, 1947 to Dec 20, 1973 )
Relatives
  • Alana Champion (Grandchild)

Biography

Gower Champion, a renowned thespian and visionary director, entered this world on June 22, 1921, in the picturesque city of Geneva, Illinois, United States of America.

As an accomplished actor, he left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, starring in a plethora of productions, including the critically acclaimed "An Evening with Julie Andrews and Harry Belafonte" in 1969, as well as the 1952 classic "Lovely to Look At" and the iconic 1969 musical extravaganza "Hello, Dolly!".

Throughout his illustrious career, Gower Champion shared his life with two devoted spouses, Karla Most and the equally talented Marge Champion.

Tragically, his life was cut short on August 25, 1980, when he passed away in the bustling metropolis of New York City, New York, United States of America.

Career

1976
1955
Three for the Show
Three for the Show as Vernon Lowndes
1953
Give a Girl a Break
Give a Girl a Break as Ted Sturgis
1952
Lovely to Look At
Lovely to Look At as Jerry Ralby
1951
Show Boat
Show Boat as Frank Schultz
1950
Mr. Music
Mr. Music as Gower Champion
1948
Words and Music
Words and Music as Specialty Dancer (uncredited)
1946
Till the Clouds Roll By
Till the Clouds Roll By as Dance Specialty
1945
Rhapsody in Blue
Rhapsody in Blue as Tap Dancer at Remick's (uncredited)
1974
The Bank Shot
The Bank Shot as Director
1963
My Six Loves
My Six Loves as Director