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In what year did Alvin Ailey pass away?

  • 1959

  • 1989

  • 1999

  • 2009

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Alvin Ailey passed away on December 1, 1989 at the age of 58. He was a dancer, choreographer, and director who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1958. The company is known for its modern dance performances, which often incorporate African-American culture and traditions. Ailey was a pioneer in the field of modern dance, and his work has had a lasting impact on the art form.
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