Harold Nicholas

Harold Nicholas was part of the world famous Nicholas Brothers dance team, known as two of the world's greatest dancers. They were established superstars at Twentieth Century Fox and performed in vaudeville, on Broadway, in nightclubs, on television, and in movie musicals.

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Profession :

Dancer

Birthday :

March 27, 1921

Star Sign :

Aries

Death Date:

July 03, 2023

Age :

102

Birthplace :

Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Harold Nicholas was a renowned American dancer, choreographer, and actor, who gained fame for his exceptional tap dancing skills. Together with his brother, Fayard Nicholas, they formed the Nicholas Brothers, a globally acclaimed dance duo recognized for their acrobatic and remarkable dance routines. Their popularity skyrocketed, and they became prominent stars at Twentieth Century Fox, featuring in musical films such as Stormy Weather and Orchestra Wives, as well as movies like The Pirate and Uptown Saturday Night. Harold also earned a Tony Award nomination for his choreography in the play, Black and Blue. Besides his entertainment career, he served in the Army during World War II and advocated for the Armed Forces Foundation. The Nicholas Brothers were celebrated for their performances in various platforms, including vaudeville, Broadway, nightclubs, television, and movie musicals.