Hollywood Hist-o-Rama Fred Astaire (1961– ) watch online HD

Brief biography of Fred Astaire, starting with his child stardom dancing with his sister Adele. After her marriage, he has one turn on Broadway before Hollywood hires him. After a musical with Joan Crawford, he's paired with Ginger Rogers. Their 1930's hit machine is marked by hard work, lots of rehearsal, and self-disciplined, combined with Fred's cheery good humor. In the 1940's, he has a series of co-stars; then follows an Academy Award, a short-lived retirement, success with television, and a few dramatic roles.