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Cyd Charisse Quotes
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Fred moved like glass. Physically it was easy to dance with him. It was not as demanding on me. I didn`t need the same vitality and strength.
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[On explaining why she never tapped on-screen] I was pulled up as a ballet dancer and I wasn`t used to pounding the floor with bent knees.
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The censors were always there when I was on the set. When I was held up. in a lift [in "Deep in My Heart"] they were up on ladders to see if I was properly covered.
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[on Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly] Fred could never do the lifts Gene did and never wanted to. I`d say they were the two greatest dancing personalities who were ever on the screen. Each has a distinctive style. Each is a joy to work with. But it`s like comp...
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[on Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly] I can watch Astaire anytime. I don`t think he ever made a wrong move. He was a perfectionist. He would work on a few bars for hours until it was just the way he wanted it. Gene was the same way. They both wanted perfection...
| Name | Cyd Charisse |
| Height | 5' 7½" (171 cm) |
| Eye Color | Brown - Dark |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Date of Birth | March 8, 1921 |
| Birthplace | Amarillo, TX |
| Star Sign | Pisces |
| Died | June 17, 2008 (Aged 87) |
| Location of Death | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Cause of Death | apparent heart attack |
| Nationality | United Kingdom |
| Occupation | Actress |
