Cyd Charisse 1922-2008

Tula Ellice Finklea, known to the world as the legendary dancer Cyd Charisse, died on June 17, 2008 at the age of 86. She was one of the greatest dancers in the history of the movie musical.

“When you dance with Cyd Charisse, you stay danced with.” - Fred Astaire

Watch Cyd Charisse in a clip from The Band Wagon with Fred Astaire.