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Gregory Hines

Feb 14, 1946 - Aug 09, 2003 (57 years old) in New York City, New York, USA

Gregory Oliver Hines (February 14, 1946 – August 9, 2003) was an American dancer, actor, choreographer, and singer. He is one of the most celebrated tap dancers of all time. As an actor, he is best known for Wolfen (1981), The Cotton Club (1984), White Nights (1985), Running Scared (1986), A Rage in Harlem (1991), The Gregory Hines Show (1997–1998), playing Ben on Will & Grace (1999–2000), and for voicing Big Bill on the Nick Jr. animated children's television program Little Bill (1999–2004).

Hines starred in more than 40 films and also appeared on Broadway. He received many accolades, including a Daytime Emmy Award, a Drama Desk Award, and a Tony Award, as well as nominations for a Screen Actors Guild Award and four Primetime Emmy Awards.

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Known For

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Law & Order
Defense Attorney Carl Halpert
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Tony Awards
Self - Host
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Great Performances
Self
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Will & Grace
Ben Doucette
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Amazing Stories
Falsworth
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The Oscars
Self
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Reading Rainbow
Self - Narrator (voice)
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Faerie Tale Theatre
Edgar, Miller's son
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Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
The Beast (voice)
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Kraft Music Hall
Self

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