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Joan McCracken (1917-1961) was an American dancer and actress who starred in Oklahoma! and other musicals. She was a trendsetter in musical comedy dance, a mentor to Bob Fosse, and a friend of Truman Capote.
16. Apr. 2019 · “Joan McCracken was single-handedly responsible for getting Bobby Fosse his first job as a choreographer on Broadway,” producer Hal Prince said in Sagolla’s biography.
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Joan McCracken (1917-1961) was a natural-born star who debuted in ballet and Broadway, and became a sensation in Oklahoma! (1943). She also appeared in Hollywood Canteen (1944) and Good News (1947), and was a founding member of The Actor's Studio.
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Joan McCracken was a dancer and actress who starred in Oklahoma! and inspired Holly Golightly. She died of a heart attack in 1961, after divorcing Bob Fosse and hiding her diabetes.
16. Apr. 2019 · Bob Fosse's wife Joan McCracken was a triple-threat performer both on Broadway and in Hollywood, and even influenced Truman Capote's iconic Holly Golightly. In light of her appearance in the...
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1. Juli 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Joan McCracken, who originated the role of Sylvie in Oklahoma! and was a member of the Actors Studio. Discover how she struggled with diabetes, Hollywood, and personal relationships.
Joan McCracken was a versatile performer who starred in Broadway musicals, plays and films. She was known for her comic roles, her dancing in Oklahoma! and her dramatic work in Galileo and Peter Pan.
