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For a brief history of Lindy Hop, click here. Note: these images have been compiled from various sources on the web.
For a brief history of Lindy Hop, click here. Note: these images have been compiled from various sources on the web.
(SHORTY) GEORGE SNOWDEN (1904-1982)
(SHORTY) GEORGE SNOWDEN (1904-1982)
George Snowden (July 4, 1904 – May 1982) with his partner Mattie Purnell, is credited with inventing the dance that became the #lindyhop.
George Snowden (July 4, 1904 – May 1982) with his partner Mattie Purnell, is credited with inventing the dance that became the #lindyhop.
He appeared in the first instance of Lindyhop on film in the movie "After Seben" (1929)
He appeared in the first instance of Lindyhop on film in the movie "After Seben" (1929)
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#dancer #TheyMadeUsDance #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BlackExcellence #Swing
MATTIE PURNELL
MATTIE PURNELL
Mattie Purnell with her partner George Snowden, is credited with co-creating the dance that became the #lindyhop.
Mattie Purnell with her partner George Snowden, is credited with co-creating the dance that became the #lindyhop.
She appeared in the first instance of Lindyhop on film in the movie "After Seben" (1929)
She appeared in the first instance of Lindyhop on film in the movie "After Seben" (1929)
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
BIG BEA GAY
BIG BEA GAY
Big Bea Gay is best known for her comedic performances with Shorty George Snowden.
Big Bea Gay is best known for her comedic performances with Shorty George Snowden.
In these routines she would carry the short George Snowden on her back. They appeared in the film "Ask Uncle Sol" (1937).
In these routines she would carry the short George Snowden on her back. They appeared in the film "Ask Uncle Sol" (1937).
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
Source: @dogpossum4real
Source: @dogpossum4real
NORMA MILLER (1919-2019)
NORMA MILLER (1919-2019)
Norma Adele Miller (Dec 2, 1919–May 5, 2019) was an American Lindy hop dancer, choreographer, actress, author, and comedian known as the "Queen of Swing".
Norma Adele Miller (Dec 2, 1919–May 5, 2019) was an American Lindy hop dancer, choreographer, actress, author, and comedian known as the "Queen of Swing".
She was last surviving member of Whitey's Lindyhoppers.
She was last surviving member of Whitey's Lindyhoppers.
#Trickeration #dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
#Trickeration #dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
SNAKEHIPS TUCKER (1906-1937)
SNAKEHIPS TUCKER (1906-1937)
Earl "Snakehips" Tucker (Aug 14, 1906-May 14, 1937) was an American dancer and entertainer.
Earl "Snakehips" Tucker (Aug 14, 1906-May 14, 1937) was an American dancer and entertainer.
Known as the "Human Boa Constrictor", he acquired the nickname "snakehips" via the dance he popularized in Harlem in '20s.
Known as the "Human Boa Constrictor", he acquired the nickname "snakehips" via the dance he popularized in Harlem in '20s.
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Src:@wikipedia
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Src:@wikipedia
AL MINNS (1920-1985)
AL MINNS (1920-1985)
Al Minns (1 Jan 1920–24 Apr 1985), was a prominent American Lindy Hop and jazz dancer.
Al Minns (1 Jan 1920–24 Apr 1985), was a prominent American Lindy Hop and jazz dancer.
Famous for his film and stage performances as a member of Whitey's Lindy Hoppers. Instrumental in #lindyhop revival in 80s
Famous for his film and stage performances as a member of Whitey's Lindy Hoppers. Instrumental in #lindyhop revival in 80s
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#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Source: @wikipedia
LEON JAMES
LEON JAMES
Leon James was a prominent American Lindy Hop and jazz dancer.
Leon James was a prominent American Lindy Hop and jazz dancer.
A member of Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, he and partner Willa Mae Ricker were featured in a photo essay in LIFE Magazine, demonstrating air steps.
A member of Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, he and partner Willa Mae Ricker were featured in a photo essay in LIFE Magazine, demonstrating air steps.
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Source: @wikipedia
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Source: @wikipedia
MARIE BRYANT (1919 – 1978)
MARIE BRYANT (1919 – 1978)
Marie Bryant (Nov 6, 1919 – May 23, 1978) was an American dancer, singer and choreographer.
Marie Bryant (Nov 6, 1919 – May 23, 1978) was an American dancer, singer and choreographer.
She danced and sang in the Award-winning 1944 film "Jammin' the blues". In the 70s she ran the Marie Bryant Dance Studios
She danced and sang in the Award-winning 1944 film "Jammin' the blues". In the 70s she ran the Marie Bryant Dance Studios
#TheyMadeUsDance #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM source: @wikipedia
#TheyMadeUsDance #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM source: @wikipedia
FRANKIE MANNING
(1914-2009)
FRANKIE MANNING
(1914-2009)
Frankie Manning (May 26, 1914–Apr 27, 2009) was an American dancer, instructor, and choreographer.
Frankie Manning (May 26, 1914–Apr 27, 2009) was an American dancer, instructor, and choreographer.
"Ambassador of Lindyhop" Inventor of the Air Step, Manning is considered one of the founders of Lindy Hop.
"Ambassador of Lindyhop" Inventor of the Air Step, Manning is considered one of the founders of Lindy Hop.
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
Source: @wikipedia
Source: @wikipedia
FREIDA WASHINGTON
FREIDA WASHINGTON
Freida Washington – American dancer famous for being half of the partnership (with @FrankieLindyHop Frankie Manning) to perform the first air-step and as a member of the incredible Whiteys Lindy Hoppers
Freida Washington – American dancer famous for being half of the partnership (with @FrankieLindyHop Frankie Manning) to perform the first air-step and as a member of the incredible Whiteys Lindy Hoppers
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Source: @atomicballroom
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Source: @atomicballroom
WILLAMAE RICKER (1910-1978)
WILLAMAE RICKER (1910-1978)
Willamae Ricker (7 Apr 1910–Jun '78) was one of Whitey's Lindy Hoppers.
Willamae Ricker (7 Apr 1910–Jun '78) was one of Whitey's Lindy Hoppers.
She was featured in the 1943 LIFE Magazine story on the Lindy Hop with Leon James with whom she won the first Harvest Moon Ball in '35.
She was featured in the 1943 LIFE Magazine story on the Lindy Hop with Leon James with whom she won the first Harvest Moon Ball in '35.
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#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth Src: http://www.savoystyle.com/willamae_ricker.html
DOT MILLER
DOT MILLER
Dot Miller, Norma Miller's older sister, danced with the Whitey's Lindy Hoppers in A Day At The Races.
Dot Miller, Norma Miller's older sister, danced with the Whitey's Lindy Hoppers in A Day At The Races.
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
#dancer #theymadeusdance #BHM #blackhistorymonth
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Source: @dogpossum
