Date of Birth: February 28, 1939
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Tommy Tune is an American actor, dancer, singer, theatre director, producer, and choreographer. Born Thomas James Tune in Wichita Falls, Texas, Tune has had a celebrated career in the performing arts. He began dancing at a young age and attended the University of Texas at Austin, as well as the prestigious School of American Ballet in New York City. Over the course of his career, Tune has won 10 Tony Awards, more than any other person in multiple categories including Best Actor, Best Featured Actor, Best Choreography, and Best Direction. He has appeared in notable Broadway productions such as “Seesaw,” “My One and Only,” and “The Will Rogers Follies.” In addition to his work on stage, Tune has also directed and choreographed various successful Broadway shows, further cementing his status in the theatre world.
5 Interesting Facts about Tommy Tune
1. Tommy Tune stands at an impressive 6 feet 6 inches tall, making him one of the tallest dancers and performers in Broadway history.
2. He attended Lamar High School in Houston, Texas, where he was involved in the drama club and performed in school productions.
3. Tune received the National Medal of Arts from President George W. Bush in 2003.
4. He made his film debut in “Hello, Dolly!” (1969), starring Barbra Streisand and Walter Matthau.
5. Tune has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in 1990.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tommy Tune
1. “You can only be as good as the people you work with, and the people I work with are so good.”
2. “Dancing is like dreaming with your feet!”
3. “I’ve always believed that you can be whatever you want to be if you are willing to sacrifice and dedicate yourself to your dreams.”
4. “The audience is the final collaborator in making a performance come alive.”
5. “Keep moving forward.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Tommy Tune is estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Tommy Tune does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Tommy Tune – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0876730/
2. [Tommy Tune – Broadway World](https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Tommy-Tune/
3. [Tommy Tune – Playbill](https://www.playbill.com/person/tommy-tune-vault-0000003625
4. [Tommy Tune – Hollywood Walk of Fame](http://www.walkoffame.com/tommy-tune
