Bessie Clayton
Bessie Clayton (c. 1878 – July 16, 1948) was an American Broadway and Vaudeville dancer and choreographer. She was an influential bridge between classical ballet and stage dancing. The New York Times called Clayton America’s first native-born prima ballerina.
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| Born | c. 1878 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Died | July 16, 1948 (aged 72–73) Long Branch, New Jersey |
| Occupation(s) | Dancer, choreographer |
| Spouse(s) | Julian Mitchell 1894-1923 (divorced) Bert Cooper 1924-death |
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