José Greco
Biography
José Greco was an Italian-born American flamenco dancer and choreographer who popularized Spanish dance on stage and screen in America from the 1950s to the 1960s. He made his professional debut at 19 and formed the José Greco Dance Company, touring extensively before collaborating with renowned orchestras like the New York Philharmonic. Greco appeared in numerous films, including "Sombrero" and "Ship of Fools," and was knighted by the Spanish government for his contributions to flamenco dance.