Maurice Hines was a tap dancer who performed alongside his brother, Gregory Hines (1946–2003) in the 1984 movie “The Cotton Club.”
- Died: December 29, 2023 (Who else died on December 29?)
- Details of death: Died at the Actors Fund Home in Englewood, New Jersey, of natural causes at the age of 80.
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Maurice Hines’s legacy
Hines and his brother danced together from a young age, sometimes in a trio with their father, called Hines, Hines & Dad. They performed with Cab Calloway (1907–1994) and on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” The brothers’ most prominent work together was in “The Cotton Club,” in which they played the tap-dancing Williams Brothers.
Hines also had a prolific career on his own, primarily on stage. He appeared on Broadway in such shows as “Eubie!” “Bring Back Birdie,” and “Hot Feet.” He toured the U.S. in several productions, including a tribute to his brother, 2013’s “Tappin’ Thru Life.” Hines’ TV appearances included “Love, Sidney,” “The Equalizer,” and “Cosby.” Hines was profiled in the documentary “Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back.”
Hines on performing live
“Make sure the audience leaves saying, ‘Wow! I had a great time, baby!’” —from a 2016 interview for Broadway World
Tributes to Maurice Hines
Full obituary: People
