Whenever an actress marries a nonprofessional with the promise she can carry on her career, either the marriage ends or the career does. Only actors understand the demands of professional lives and make allowance for them. — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
I think, however, that Astaire's coordination is better than Kelly's... his sense of rhythm is uncanny. Kelly, on the other hand, is the stronger… — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
The music changed. We had Irving Berlin and Gershwin and Lerner and Loewe and Cole Porter. Great music. Now we have 'Rent.' — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
People who think they're making a fool of themselves on the dance floor usually do. — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
Unless you have the right legs, these mini-skirts are ungainly and uncomfortable. They're just a fad. — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
I'm a dancer and when I walk off stage there isn't a dry spot on me. This means my hair has to be put… — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
The Roman goddess Diana, you know, is usually shown with a bow and arrow. Every first-year Latin student knows that. I still remember the… — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
To make a man happy, treat him like a dog - plenty of affection and a loose leash. — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
I danced with the Ballet Russe in Paris when I was 16 and did not need a companion. — Cyd Charisse Copy Share Image
