Adeline Genee

Dancer

Birthday January 6, 1878

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Aarhus, Denmark

DEATH DATE Apr 23, 1970 (92)

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About

Former ballet dancer, she was most recognized for being the principal dancer for the Royal Danish Ballet.

Before Fame

She began taking dancing lessons when she was just three years old.

Trivia

To commemorate her, the Association (now the Royal Academy of Dance) created the Adeline Genée Gold Medal Awards as a scholarship to aid young dancers become successful.

Family Life

She was born in Denmark. She was adopted by her uncle Alexandre and aunt Antonia when she was eight.

Associated With

She and Karen Kain were both famous ballerinas.