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Known For
Director
Birthday
(Thursday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouses
Mary Ann Niles (1949-1951), Joan McCracken (1952-1959), Gwen Verdon (1960-1987)
Partners
Ann Reinking, Jennifer Nairn-Smith
Children
1 child: Nicole Fosse
Education
Amundsen High School
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*hlūdaz)
Popularity
Tier B -- 43,541 Wikipedia views/month
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Frances McDormand →
Screen debut
Directed first film at age 25
Year context
Born in 1927 -- Lindbergh completes first solo transatlantic flight; Calvin Coolidge was US president
Year 1927 →
Career
Career spanning 31 years (1953-1984)
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Rabbit
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
43
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Filmography (9)
AWARDS (13)
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Laurence Olivier Award for Best Theatre Choreographer
2001
WON
B
Capezio Dance Award
1987
WON
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BAFTA Award for Best Direction
1973
WON
G
Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical
1973
WON
Biography
Robert Louis “Bob” Fosse (June 23, 1927 – September 23, 1987) was an American actor, dancer, musical theater choreographer, director, screenwriter, film editor and film director. He won an unprecedented eight Tony Awards for choreography, as well as one for direction. He was nominated for an Academy Award four times, winning for his direction of Cabaret (beating Francis Ford Coppola for The Godfather). He was closely identified with his third wife, Broadway dancing star Gwen Verdon. She was both the dancer/collaborator/muse upon whom he choreographed much of his work and, together with dancer/choreographer Ann Reinking, a significant guardian of the Fosse legacy after his death.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Bob Fosse?
Bob Fosse was born on and passed away on at the age of 60.
Where was Bob Fosse born?
Bob Fosse was born in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
What movies or shows has Bob Fosse been in?
Bob Fosse has 9 credits in our database. Notable titles include Star 80 (1983), All That Jazz (1979), Lenny (1974), The Little Prince (1974), Cabaret (1972).
What is Bob Fosse known for?
Bob Fosse is primarily known as a director. Robert Louis “Bob” Fosse (June 23, 1927 – September 23, 1987) was an American actor, dancer, musical theater choreographer, director, screenwriter, film editor and film…
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