Judith Jamison, Dancer and Emmy Award Winner, Dies at 81
Judith Jamison, an iconic choreographer and Emmy Award winner, has passed away at the age of 81. Rest in Peace, Judith Jamison.
Judith Jamison, a celebrated dancer and choreographer who profoundly shaped the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater as its artistic director for over two decades, passed away in New York on November 9 at the age of 81. Her passing, after a brief illness, was confirmed on the company’s Instagram page. Born in Philadelphia, Jamison began her journey in dance at just six years old, a passion she spoke about in a 2019 TED Talk. She joined Alvin Ailey's company in 1965, a time when Black women were rarely seen in the American dance spotlight, performing with them for an impressive 15 years. She even won an Emmy award in 1999. Alan Sacks, Co-Creator of ‘Welcome Back, Kotter’, Passes Away at 81 After Battle With Lymphoma.
Judith Jamison No More
Judith Jamison, an international dance pioneer with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, has passed away at the age of 81.
Judith's grace, stature, and God-given talent inspired us all to dance like no one’s watching. In 1965, at a time when Black dancers were rare in ballet,… pic.twitter.com/rMZRTMN4p5
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