102-Year-Old Dancer Sees Herself Dance on Film for the First Time

Alice Barker was one unique 102-year-old.

Barker was a chorus dancer during the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 40s.

Barker danced with legends on Broadway including Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, and Bill “Bojangles” Robinson. She danced at popular clubs such as The Zanzibar Club, The Apollo, and the Cotton Club.

She danced for many, many years. But, she had never seen herself dance. Over the years, her photographs and memorabilia were lost. Luckily, after searching, three “Soundies” were found and Barker finally, at a 102-years-young, got to see herself dance.

Sadly, Barker passed away peacefully on April 6, 2016. Barker spent her last day surrounded by friends and in good spirits while enjoying music and having her mail read to her.

Ms. Barker loved dancing.

She loved it so much, she would’ve danced for free.

Watch the video below.

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