Bill "Bojangles" Robinson

Bill Robinson, nicknamed Bojangles (born Luther Robinson; May 25, 1878 – November 25, 1949), was an American tap dancer, actor, and singer, the best-known and the most highly paid black entertainer in the United States during the first half of the 20th century. Bill Robinson, nicknamed Bojangles, was an American tap dancer, actor, and singer, the best-known and the most highly-paid black entertainer in the United States during the first half of the 20th century. His long career mirrored changes in American entertainment tastes and technology. Wikipedia Born: May 25, 1878, Richmond, VA Died: November 25, 1949 (age 71 years), New York, NY Parents: Maxwell Robinson, Maria Robinson Spouse: Elaine Plaines (m. 1944–1949), Fannie S. Clay (m. 1922–1943), Lena Chase (m. 1907–1922) Resting place: Cemetery of the Evergreens