Frankie Manning
Frankie Manning | |
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Manning in 2008 | |
| Born | Frank Manning May 26, 1914 Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. |
| Died | April 27, 2009 (aged 94) |
| Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| Other names | "Musclehead" Manning |
| Occupation(s) | Choreographer, dancer |
| Children | Chazz Young Marion Manning Frankie Manning Jr. |
| Awards | Tony Award for Best Choreography 1989 Black and Blue |
| Website | frankiemanning |
Frank Manning (May 26, 1914 – April 27, 2009) was an American dancer, instructor, and choreographer. Manning is considered one of the founders of Lindy Hop, an energetic form of the jazz dance style known as swing.