The first thing I did was 'Ziegfeld Follies,' a small bit en pointe with Fred Astaire. — Cyd Charisse First Copy Share Image
I never know which camera is on me when I'm dancing and the director picks the shot he likes but it usually… — Cyd Charisse Audience Copy Share Image
You never realize that good things are going to be over some day. — Cyd Charisse Day Copy Share Image
It's impossible to make dancing really effective on TV. The screen is too small, and the cameras can't move fast enough to… — Cyd Charisse Dance Copy Share Image
Once you have your appetite well under control, start to acquire your dream figure with exercise. — Cyd Charisse Control Copy Share Image
If I'm not working, I like to attend a dancing class. At least that keeps you in condition. Then, if you get… — Cyd Charisse Back Copy Share Image
Most men, even egotistic actors, always shy away from dancing with me. Other dancers report the same trouble. They probably figure that… — Cyd Charisse Dance Copy Share Image
Making a movie is like sprinting. Nightclub work is a long-distance event. You have to pace yourself and sustain it for a… — Cyd Charisse Long Copy Share Image
Claude Rains is my favorite actor. He's so utterly polished and competent, no matter what he does. — Cyd Charisse Actor Copy Share Image
I was in a ballet company, and I auditioned for Bob Alton, a top choreographer at MGM. He sent me to see… — Cyd Charisse Ballet Copy Share Image
I know the one-week stands and the moving from city to city wears a lot of people down. But I find it… — Cyd Charisse City Copy Share Image
