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

The Cotton Club
Waiting to Exhale
White Nights
Subway Stories
Running Scared
Night of 100 Stars II
Off Limits
Wolfen
Renaissance Man
The Preacher's Wife

Top Movie Credits

The Cotton Club Delbert 'Sandman' Williams
White Nights Raymond Greenwood
Subway Stories Jack (segment "Manhattan Miracle")
Running Scared Ray Hughes
Off Limits Albaby Perkins
Wolfen Whittington
Renaissance Man Sergeant Cass