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Gregory Oliver Hines

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Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
Death: August 09, 2003 (57)
Los Angeles County, California, United States (liver cancer)
Place of Burial: Section 2J, Lot 1, Oakville, Halton, Ontario, Canada
Immediate Family:

Son of Maurice Robert Hines and Alma Iola Hines
Brother of Maurice Hines

Occupation: Tap dancer, actor, choreographer, singer
Managed by: René Robert G S
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About Gregory Hines

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), The Gregory Hines Show (1997-1998), playing Ben on Will & Grace (1999-2000), and for voicing Big Bill on the Nick Jr. Channel 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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Sources

  • "Gregory Hines." Wikipedia, revision of 3 January 2024. < link > Accessed 3 January 2024.
  • "Gregory Hines." Find a Grave. < link > Accessed 3 January 2024.
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Gregory Hines's Timeline

1946
February 14, 1946
New York, New York, United States
2003
August 9, 2003
Age 57
Los Angeles County, California, United States
August 9, 2003
Age 57
Saint Volodymyr Ukrainian Cemetery, Section 2J, Lot 1, Oakville, Halton, Ontario, Canada