Ann Reinking, Tony-winning choreographer, dancer, actor, Broadway veteran (Cabaret, Coco, Chicago, A Chorus Line, etc) Bob Fosse’s muse and lover, has died at the age of 71. The cause was not yet known. obituary
Here is some of the outpouring from friends, colleagues and admirers:
I’m beyond words to hear of the sudden passing of my dear friend #AnnReinking. Such a beautiful soul & talent. We met during the original CHICAGO & were close friends to this day. I so loved sharing the stage with her. Her spirit & #RazzleDazzle are w me always.💔 pic.twitter.com/xNP7v1hjyN
— Chita Rivera (@Chita_Rivera) December 15, 2020
One of our greatest talents & most generous artists has left this life,& is shining in the beyond. 💔I’ll never forget her kindness & the hope she gave me after some very painful times in my life. Thank you brilliant & huge hearted Annie #AnnReinking #RIP brilliant🌟🙏💫✨💖💖 https://t.co/19fqH1gvuG
— Donna Murphy (@DMurphyOfficial) December 15, 2020
The Chicago family is saddened to learn of the passing of Ann Reinking. She was a fearless leader, and the very essence of Broadway. There wouldn’t be a Chicago without her and we will be forever grateful. We will miss you, Annie pic.twitter.com/mHMCzhnyxK
— Chicago The Musical (@ChicagoMusical) December 15, 2020
There was Verdon and there was Reinking. End of story. Take a look.
— Frank Rich (@frankrichny)
Ann Reinking, one of the goddesses of Terpsichorean innovation kisses us “goodbye.” #tbt Theater Hall of Fame Class of 2019 pic.twitter.com/VEDOK5jVox
— André De Shields (@Andre_DeShields) December 15, 2020
Saddened to learn that the great Ann Reinking has passed. An absolute inspiration. We will never forget the remarkable gifts you have given all of us!
— Tony Yazbeck (@TonyYazbeck) December 14, 2020
We mourn the passing of Tony Award winning actor, dancer & choreographer Ann Reinking, a champion for all dancers & the entire dance community. Ms. Reinking presented The Actors Fund Medal of Honor to our Board of Trustees Vice Chair @BebeNeuwirth at our 2011 Gala. 📸: Lyn Hughes pic.twitter.com/lRndbItqap
— The Actors Fund (@TheActorsFund) December 15, 2020
Heartbroken. When I was a kid, I tried out for BTP and naturally bombed the dance call. After getting cut, Ann left the table and took me aside to tell me she saw something in me and to never give up. I can’t tell you how much that meant to me. Rest in peace, Ann, and thank you. https://t.co/YZIY4bs6bs
— Gideon Glick (@gidglick) December 15, 2020
Ann Reinking was one of the greatest dancers in Broadway history, but she could also crush one hell of a (underrated) musical theatre song — take a listen if you’re not familiar:
— Rob Russo (@StageLeft_NYC) December 15, 2020
She lit up a stage, she lit up a room, she lit up a logo, she lit up Broadway. #AnnReinking pic.twitter.com/v45Vm7T3pX
— Rick Miramontez (@RickMiramontez) December 15, 2020
