As per our current Database, Tanaquil LeClercq has been died on Dec 31, 2000 (age 71).
When Tanaquil LeClercq die, Tanaquil LeClercq was 71 years old.
Popular As | Tanaquil LeClercq |
Occupation | Dancer |
Age | 71 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Born | October 2, 1929 (France) |
Birthday | October 2 |
Town/City | France |
Nationality | France |
Tanaquil LeClercq’s zodiac sign is Libra. According to astrologers, People born under the sign of Libra are peaceful, fair, and they hate being alone. Partnership is very important for them, as their mirror and someone giving them the ability to be the mirror themselves. These individuals are fascinated by balance and symmetry, they are in a constant chase for justice and equality, realizing through life that the only thing that should be truly important to themselves in their own inner core of personality. This is someone ready to do nearly anything to avoid conflict, keeping the peace whenever possible
Tanaquil LeClercq was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.
Legendary ballet Dancer remembered for being a prominent member of the New York City Ballet. In 1965, she was stricken with polio and became a Teacher despite being paralyzed from the waist down.
She earned a scholarship to attend the School of American Ballet in 1941.
Ironically, prior to her diagnosis, she performed in a production at a polio benefit in which she played a paralyzed polio victim.
She was married to revered Choreographer George Balanchine from 1952 to 1969.
She performed in roles created specifically for her by notable choreographers like Merce Cunningham.