Shirley Temple and Bill “Bojangles” Robinson made history with Hollywood’s first interracial dance scene in The Little Colonel in 1935! This moment broke barriers in classic Hollywood and remains one of the most powerful scenes in movie history #shirleytemple #billbojanglesrobinson #oldhollywood #filmhistory #goldenageofhollywood | John Joseph

Shirley Temple was one of the most famous child stars in Hollywood history. Born in 1928, she became a sensation in the 1930s for her acting, singing, and especially her tap dancing, all while still a young child. With her iconic ringlets, dimpled smile, & cheerful performances, she brought hope & joy during the Great Depression. She was Hollywood’s top box office draw for 4 straight years from 1935 to 1938. What makes her especially notable isn’t just her popularity—it’s the cultural impact she

Bill Robinson in Stormy Weather (1943)! #happybirthdaybillrobinson #Repost @vintagemoviestars ・・・ Bill "Bojangles" Robinson performing the sand dance in Stormy Weather, 1943. • • • #billrobinson #oldhollywood #classichollywood #goldenage #goldenera #history #nostalgia #vintage #retro #movie #film #cinema #dance #1940s #40s | Operation: Tap

May 25th is National Tap Dance Day Here’s Bill “Bojangles” Robinson doing his “Stair Dance” in 1932 (!) #bojangles #billbojanglesrobinson #billrobinson #music #tapdance #tapdancer #tapdancing #dancing #musician #bass #arte #fipradio #entertainer #entertainment #happyday #goodnight #stairdance | Hangout - Jazz, Blues and Lounge Music