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George Balanchine (1921-1926), John Emery
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羊 Goat
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Tamara Geva: Soviet-American actress and dancer (1906–1997).
Born (died at age 90).
Tamara Geva has 3 credits in our database.
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Filmography (3)
Biography
Tamara Geva (Russian: Тамара Жева, born Tamara Levkievna Zheverzheeva, Russian: Тамара Левкиевна Жевержеева; 17 March 1906 – 9 December 1997) was a Soviet and later an American actress, ballet dancer, and choreographer. She was the daughter of art patron and collector Levkiy Gevergeyev and she was the first wife of the well-known ballet dancer and choreographer George Balanchine. Throughout her life she danced with Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, danced with husband George Balanchine, and performed in and choreographed many notable Broadway shows as well as Hollywood movies.
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How old was Tamara Geva?
Tamara Geva was born on and passed away on at the age of 90.
What movies or shows has Tamara Geva been in?
Tamara Geva has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include Orchestra Wives (1942), Manhattan Merry-Go-Round (1937), Wood Love (1925).
Where can I find more information about Tamara Geva?
You can find more about Tamara Geva on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
