Merce Cunningham
American dancer and choreographer (1919–2009)
1919 — 2009
Quick Facts
Profession
American dancer and choreographer (1919–2009)
Born
April 16, 1919
Died
2009 (age ~90)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
author, ballet dancer, choreographer
United StatesBorn in CentraliaDied in New York City
1919
Born in Centralia (1919-04-16)
1954
AwardGuggenheim Fellowship
1959
AwardGuggenheim Fellowship
1977
AwardCapezio Dance Award
1985
AwardMacArthur Fellows Program
1985
AwardKennedy Center Honors
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Merce Cunningham?+
Merce Cunningham is American dancer and choreographer (1919–2009). Born in 1919.
When was Merce Cunningham born?+
Merce Cunningham was born on April 16, 1919.
When did Merce Cunningham die?+
Merce Cunningham died in 2009, at approximately 90 years of age.
Merce — April 16, 1919
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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