THE KESSLER TWINS, aged 89
Escaping East Germany, they were Europe’s hottest stars, performing with the greats. They were inseparable spending every moment together – in life and death.
JOAN JARA, aged 96
A British ballet dancer who lived in Chile, she married a famous folk singer. He was murdered in the 1973 coup, so she spent the rest of her life searching for justice.
JOHAAR MOSOVAL, aged 95
From a background of poverty he rose to become Principal Dancer at the Royal Ballet, overcoming Apartheid, racial and religious prejudice.
DAME BERYL GREY, aged 95
A talented young dancer she was making solo appearances as a teenager. Taught by top ballerinas she danced in forbidden places – and fell out with Rudolf Nureyev.
DONALD McALPINE, aged 91
A ballet dancer from New Zealand he had a successful career working with all the greats before opening his own dance school and bringing the joy of dancing to the masses.
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