What movies has Fred Astaire starred in?

Fred Astaire has appeared in 4 movies. Some notable films include: Swing Time, Top Hat, The Towering Inferno, Rain Man.

How old is Fred Astaire?

Fred Astaire passed away at the age of 88. Born on May 10, 1899 and died on June 22, 1987.

Personal Info

Profession

Actor

Gender

Male

Birthday

May 10, 1899

Died

June 22, 1987 (at 88 years old)

Place of Birth

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Popularity

1.3

Available Movies

4 released

External Links

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Fred Astaire

Actor Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Oscar Nominated BAFTA Winner

Awards & Nominations

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Major awards verified (BAFTA, Oscars)

● 1 Wins

1 Nominations

Oscars

1 nom.

Complete Award Details 5 Major

● 22 Wins

5 Nominations

Other

13 0 nom.

Golden Globe

3 6 nom.

Emmy

4 3 nom.

BAFTA

1 1 nom.

David di Donatello

1 0 nom.

Oscar

1 nom.

Year	Award	Result
1976	BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role The Towering Inferno
1975	Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor The Towering Inferno
1968	Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical o... Finian's Rainbow
1961	Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical o... The Pleasure of His Company
1950	Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical o... Three Little Words
2008	Grammy Hall of Fame Top Hat, White Tie and Tails
2006	Grammy Hall of Fame
2005	Grammy Hall of Fame They Can't Take That Away from Me
2004	Grammy Hall of Fame Night and Day
2000	Grammy Hall of Fame Cheek to Cheek
1999	Grammy Hall of Fame The Astaire Story
1998	Grammy Hall of Fame The Way You Look Tonight
1989	Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
1987	Capezio Dance Award
1981	AFI Life Achievement Award
1978	Kennedy Center Honors
1978	Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... A Family Upside Down
1974	Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Pictur... The Towering Inferno
1961	Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety...
1960	Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award
1960	star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1960	Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety...
1959	Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety S... An Evening with Fred Astaire
1959	Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... An Evening with Fred Astaire
1959	Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Pictur... On the Beach
1949	Academy Honorary Award
-	David di Donatello Award for Lifetime Achievement

Year	Award
1976	BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role The Towering Inferno
1950	Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical o... Three Little Words
2008	Grammy Hall of Fame Top Hat, White Tie and Tails
2006	Grammy Hall of Fame
2005	Grammy Hall of Fame They Can't Take That Away from Me
2004	Grammy Hall of Fame Night and Day
2000	Grammy Hall of Fame Cheek to Cheek
1999	Grammy Hall of Fame The Astaire Story
1998	Grammy Hall of Fame The Way You Look Tonight
1989	Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
1987	Capezio Dance Award
1981	AFI Life Achievement Award
1978	Kennedy Center Honors
1978	Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... A Family Upside Down
1974	Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Pictur... The Towering Inferno
1961	Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety...
1960	Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award
1960	star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1959	Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety S... An Evening with Fred Astaire
1959	Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... An Evening with Fred Astaire
1949	Academy Honorary Award
-	David di Donatello Award for Lifetime Achievement

Year	Award
1975	Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor The Towering Inferno
1968	Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical o... Finian's Rainbow
1961	Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical o... The Pleasure of His Company
1960	Primetime Emmy Award for Individual Performance in a Variety...
1959	Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Pictur... On the Beach

Year	Festival	Award	For	Result
1976	BAFTA	Best Supporting Actor	The Towering Inferno	Winner
1975	Oscars	Best Supporting Actor	The Towering Inferno	Nominated

Year	Festival	Award	For
1976	BAFTA	Best Supporting Actor	The Towering Inferno

Year	Festival	Award	For
1975	Oscars	Best Supporting Actor	The Towering Inferno

Award details source: Wikidata

About Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire was born on 10 May 1899 in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. Fred Astaire passed away on 22 June 1987 at the age of 88. Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 4 films with Fred Astaire available. Among Fred Astaire's most popular films: Rain Man, The Towering Inferno, Top Hat, Swing Time.

Fred Astaire, born on May 10, 1899, in Omaha, Nebraska, was an iconic American actor, dancer, and singer renowned for his innovative contributions to the film and music industries. He is celebrated for his exceptional talent in dance, which he showcased in numerous classic films. Among his notable works are "Top Hat," released in 1935, where he starred alongside Ginger Rogers, and the 1957 musical "Funny Face," which featured his remarkable dance sequences and charm. Astaire's ability to blend dance with narrative helped redefine the musical genre.

In addition to his celebrated performances in musicals, he lent his voice to the beloved holiday classic "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town," released in 1970. Fred Astaire's enduring influence and artistry have solidified his legacy as one of the greatest entertainers in American cinema. He passed away on June 22, 1987, leaving behind a rich legacy in the performing arts.