Ronald Dennis, who starred in the original 1975 Broadway production of “A Chorus Line” died Saturday at the age of 78.
Ronald Dennis, who starred in the original 1975 Broadway production of “A Chorus Line,” died Saturday at the age of 78.
Dennis, who was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in 1984, passed away after a lengthy battle with the illness,After his diagnosis, Dennis became a fierce advocate for AIDS Awareness and served on the Broadway Cares Advisory Council — a nonprofit organization that raises money for people in the arts — as well as serving as senior advisor for the Black Men’s HIV Medication Adherence Board at APLA/Project Rise.
Dennis is well known for his rendition of “Gimme a Ball” from “A Chorus Line” where his character talks about how he almost gave up his career as a dancer to be a teacher.wrote “A Chorus Line” composer Marvin HamlischDennis also appeared in the touring production of “A Chorus Line” as well as “Pippin,” Bob Fosse’s “Dancin” and “La Cage Aux Follies.”Dennis, who was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in 1984, passed away after a lengthy battle with the illness.
Dennis is survived by his brother George, as well as nieces, nephews and several friends. His family has requested that instead of flowers, they would like people
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