Katherine Dunham

American dancer, choreographer, songwriter, actress and activist (1909/1912–2006)

June 22, 1909Born

May 21, 2006Died

United StatesCitizenship

Glen EllynPlace of birth

Facts

Born: June 22, 1909
Died: May 21, 2006
Citizenship: United States
Place of birth: Glen Ellyn
Place of death: New York City
Occupations: film actor, activist, music educator, choreographer, anthropologist, dancer, songwriter
Awards: honorary degree from Spelman College, Kennedy Center Honors, National Medal of Arts, Candace Award, Capezio Dance Award, honorary doctor of Harvard University, honorary doctor of the University of Southern California, Paul Robeson Award, Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame