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Michael Jackson
(One of the Most Significant Cultural Figures of the 20th Century Popularly Known as the 'King of Pop')
Michael Jackson
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Birthdate: August 29, 1958
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Gary, Indiana, United States
Died: June 25, 2009

The King of Pop and an international superstar, Michael Jackson was a musical entertainer whose work – both with Jackson 5 and solo – won accolades and hearts worldwide. Equally popular were his unique dance moves that created sensation and shaped future dance styles. Amongst the most successful entertainers of all time, Jackson was later accused of child molestation.  

 2 
Debbie Allen
(Actress Best Known for Her Work in the Musical-Drama Television Series 'Fame')
Debbie Allen
4
Birthdate: January 16, 1950
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States

Debbie Allen is an actress, dancer, choreographer, and singer-songwriter.  She appeared in the musical-drama TV series Fame and also worked as the series’ principal choreographer. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including three Emmy Awards. She runs the Debbie Allen Dance Academy in Los Angeles and is a former member of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities. 

 3 
Teyana Taylor
(Singer-Songwriter Who Appeared on MTV's 'My Super Sweet 16')
Teyana Taylor
4
Birthdate: December 10, 1990
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Harlem, New York, United States

R&B and hip-hop singer Teyana Taylor gained fame with MTV's My Super Sweet 16. She signed with Kanye West’s label and also appeared on the reality show Teyana and Iman, with her husband, NBA player Iman Shumpert. In December 2020, she announced her retirement from music through Instagram.

 4 
MC Hammer
(One of the Most Significant Rappers and Dancers of All Time)
MC Hammer
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Birthdate: March 30, 1962
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Oakland, California, United States
Rap legend MC Hammer, a pioneer of the pop-rap genre, became the first hip-hop artist to earn the “diamond” status. He is also known for his chartbusting tracks such as U Can't Touch This and his signature "Hammer pants." He later became a preacher and hosted his own reality show.
 5 
Alvin Ailey
(Dancer)
Alvin Ailey
3
Birthdate: January 5, 1931
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Rogers, Texas, United States
Died: December 1, 1989
 6 
Geoffrey Holder
(Actor)
Geoffrey Holder
3
Birthdate: August 1, 1930
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Died: October 5, 2014
Height: 6'6" (198 cm)
 7 
Flex Alexander
(Actor)
Flex Alexander
3
Birthdate: April 15, 1970
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA
Height: 6'3" (190 cm)
 8 
Frankie Manning
(Dancer and choreographer)
Frankie Manning
3
Birthdate: May 26, 1914
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Died: April 27, 2009
 9 
Willdabeast Adams
(Dancer)
Willdabeast Adams
2
Birthdate: September 6, 1988
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
 10 
Judith Jamison
(Dancer)
Judith Jamison
2
Birthdate: May 10, 1943
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
 11 
Cholly Atkins
(Dancer)
Cholly Atkins
2
Birthdate: September 30, 1913
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Pratt City, Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Died: April 19, 2003
 12 
Bill T. Jones
(Choreographer)
Bill T. Jones
2
Birthdate: February 15, 1952
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Bunnell, Florida, United States
 13 
William King
(Singer)
William King
2
Birthdate: January 30, 1949
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
 14 
Janet Collins
(Ballet Dancer)
Janet Collins
2
Birthdate: March 7, 1917
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Died: May 28, 2003
 15 
Pearl Primus
(Dancer)
Pearl Primus
2
Birthdate: November 29, 1919
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Died: October 29, 1994
 16 
Donald McKayle
(American Dancer and Choreographer)
Donald McKayle
2
Birthdate: July 6, 1930
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
Died: April 6, 2018
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 17 
Werrason
(Singer)
Werrason
0
Birthdate: December 25, 1965
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Kwilu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
 18 
Rex Nettleford
(Scholar)
Rex Nettleford
2
Birthdate: February 3, 1933
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Falmouth, Jamaica
Died: February 2, 2010
 19 
Kyle Abraham
(Choreographer)
Kyle Abraham
1
Birthdate: August 14, 1977
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
 20 
Germaine Acogny
(Dancer, Choreographer)
Germaine Acogny
1
Birthdate: 1944 AD
Birthplace: Allahé, Benin
 21 
Rosita Baltazar
(Co-founder of the Belize National Dance Company)
Rosita Baltazar
1
Birthdate: August 16, 1960
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Livingston, Guatemala
Died: July 6, 2015
 22 
Mary Hinkson
(Dancer)
Mary Hinkson
1
Birthdate: March 16, 1930
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Died: November 26, 2014
 23 
Dianna Williams
(American Dancer, Choreographer and Reality TV Star)
Dianna Williams
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Birthdate: November 29, 1978
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
 24 
Eboni Nichols
(Choreographer)
Eboni Nichols
0
Birthdate: May 12, 1978
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: California
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