Debbie Allen

Debbie Allen is an American actress, dancer, choreographer, and director best known for her role as dance instructor Lydia Grant in the television series *Fame* (1982–1987).

She has won multiple Emmy Awards for choreography and directed episodes of numerous television series.

Her sister is actress Phylicia Rashad.

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Alvin Ailey · jazz dance · workshops · young dancers · musical theater · trailblazer · breaking barriers · scholarships · Howard University · tap dance · producing · modern dance · mentorship · storytelling · artistic vision · role model · Emmy Awards · stage performance

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artistic discipline and medium

Debbie AllenGeorgia O'Keeffe

Toni Morrison · Philip Glass · Ansel Adams

behind-the-scenes vs. on-screen presence

Debbie AllenMarilyn Monroe

Kim Kardashian · extras

Family

Deborah, Allen, Ally, Debbie

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Mostly American · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G