Nita Bieber, a talented dancer, was born in 1926 to a family with a rich musical heritage. Her father, Wilbert Carl Bieber, was an accomplished piano player, and her mother, Callie Mae (Robbins),was a skilled dancer. Nita's younger brother, Rodney, and her three younger sisters all developed a passion for dance, with Linda excelling in ballet and Wanda mastering the harp.
Nita began performing in public at the tender age of five, showcasing her graceful moves in a stunning pink dress during a fan dance. After graduating from Hollywood High School, Nita embarked on a journey as a dancer with a USO troupe, followed by a 9-month tour with the Jack Cole Dancers across the United States. During this period, she not only honed her dancing skills but also discovered a new passion for cooking.
In 1946, Nita made her film debut with Columbia Pictures, starring in the movie Rhythm and Weep alongside the Three Stooges. The following year, she appeared in three more films for Columbia and also worked with Monogram Pictures, featuring in the Bowery Boys movie News Hounds as the charming Mame. Her popularity soared, and she was soon featured on the cover of Life magazine on November 28, 1949, with a full-page photo.
The article highlighted her 7-year contract with MGM and her starring role in the upcoming movie musical, "Nancy Goes to Rio." Although her dance number did not make it to the final cut, Nita continued to work in the film industry, appearing in movies for MGM and Universal until 1955. Her last movie for MGM under her contract was the musical "Kismet" in 1955.
However, Nita's creative pursuits did not stop there. She formed the Nita Bieber Dancers, producing short performances for local television stations in 1951-1952. Their repertoire included catchy song-and-dance numbers like "Swing Low, Sweet Clarinet," "Dance of the Peacock," and "Mondongo." The Nita Bieber Dancers also headlined in Las Vegas, performing at the El Rancho Vegas in 1951 alongside Benny Goodman and at the Frontier in 1952, alongside other notable acts.
Even after Nita retired from show business, her fans cherished the memories of her captivating performances. In her later years, she pursued her hobbies, including painting and caring for cats.
