Ginger Rogers (July 16, 1911- April 25, 1995) was born Virginia
Katherine McMathn in Independence, Missouri.

Actress, dancer and singer Ginger Rogers appeared in films, and on 
stage, radio, and television throughout much of the 20th century. She
originally wanted to become a school teacher.

During her long career, she made 73 films, working with Fred Astaire 
as a romantic lead actress and dancing partner in a series of ten
Hollywood musical films. She ranks #14 on the AFI’s 100 Years…100
Stars list of actress screen legends.

Original Newspaper ad from 1936