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Gregory Oliver Hines was an African-American actor, singer, dancer and choreographer. Hines is an accomplished tap dancer and many of his films feature his dancing, his tap dancing skills were most notable in the film, "White Night." He is survived by his children.
Kathy Montilla Born 1946 in New York City
On August 9, 2003, Hines passed away of liver cancer at 57, en route to hospital from his home in Los Angeles
Gregory Hines last interview
Gregory Hines and his brother Maurice perform from the musical "EUBIE" on the Tony Awards, which he was nominated for an award
Married to Patricia Panella in 1968, they had 1 child
Made his movie debut in Mel Brooks's comedy film,"History of the World, Part 1"
Won an "Emmy Award for Outstanding Performer In An Animated Program" for his voice in the television series, "Little Bill"
He acted as Ray Hughes in the action/comedy film, "Running Scared"
Gregory Hines accepts the 1st "Hoofer Award" at Tap City 2001
Married to Pamela Koslow for 19 years from 1981 to 2000, they had 2 children
Performed as Sergeant Cass in the action film, "Renaissance Man"
Gregory Hines and Nathan Lane perform a medley from Broadway Musicals at "Tony's Show"
He sang a duet with Luther Vandross, entitled "There's Nothing Better Than Love," peaked at No. 1 at the Billboard R&B charts
Appeared in the "TOTAL Cereal Commercial"
Kathy Montilla Made his Broadway debut with his brother in "The Girl in Pink Tights"
Gregory Hines solo tap scene in the film, "White Nights"