Gregory Hines

Born: 1946-02-14

Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Gregory Oliver Hines (February 14, 1946 – August 9, 2003) was an American dancer, actor, choreographer, and singer. He is one of the most celebrated tap dancers of all time. As an actor, he is best known for Wolfen (1981), The Cotton Club (1984), White Nights (1985), Running Scared (1986), A Rage in Harlem (1991), The Gregory Hines Show (1997–1998), playing Ben on Will & Grace (1999–2000), and for voicing Big Bill on the Nick Jr. animated children's television program Little Bill (1999–2004).

Hines starred in more than 40 films and also appeared on Broadway. He received many accolades, including a Daytime Emmy Award, a Drama Desk Award, and a Tony Award, as well as nominations for a Screen Actors Guild Award and four Primetime Emmy Awards.

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Known For

Wolfen
The Cotton Club
Renaissance Man
The Preacher's Wife
The Muppets Take Manhattan
Off Limits
Waiting to Exhale
Tap
Running Scared
An All-Star Celebration Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

Top Movie Credits

Wolfen Whittington
The Cotton Club Delbert 'Sandman' Williams
Renaissance Man Sergeant Cass
Off Limits Albaby Perkins
Tap Max Washington
Running Scared Ray Hughes