Luther “Bill” Robinson, famously known as Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, passed away at the age of 71. A pioneering African American tap dancer, Robinson broke racial barriers in entertainment during the early 20th century. He was known for his smooth style, signature stair dance, and for being one of the first Black performers to appear in Hollywood films alongside white actors—most notably, Shirley Temple.
Robinson’s legacy endures as a foundational figure in American dance and Black performance history.
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