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Gower Champion (Gower Carlisle Champion) was born on 22 June, 1921 in Geneva, Illinois, USA, is an actor,director,soundtrack. Discover Gower Champion's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 59 years old?

Popular As Gower Carlisle Champion
Occupation actor,director,soundtrack
Age 59 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 22 June 1921
Birthday 22 June
Birthplace Geneva, Illinois, USA
Date of death 25 August, 1980
Died Place New York City, New York, USA
Nationality United States

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Gower Champion Height, Weight & Measurements

At 59 years old, Gower Champion height is 5' 10½" (1.79 m) .

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Height 5' 10½" (1.79 m)
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Who Is Gower Champion's Wife?

His wife is Karla Most (23 July 1976 - 25 August 1980) ( his death), Marge Champion (5 October 1947 - 20 December 1973) ( divorced) ( 2 children)

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Wife Karla Most (23 July 1976 - 25 August 1980) ( his death), Marge Champion (5 October 1947 - 20 December 1973) ( divorced) ( 2 children)
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Gower Champion Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Gower Champion worth at the age of 59 years old? Gower Champion’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Gower Champion's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
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Source of Income Actor

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1921

Gower Champion was born on June 22, 1921 in Geneva, Illinois, USA as Gower Carlisle Champion.

1945

Dancer, actor, choreographer and director. Joined in 1945 with Marjorie Belcher (aka Marjorie Bell) to form the dance team of "Gower & Bell," renaming the team "Marge and Gower Champion" upon their marriage.

1949

Out of an unprecedented 15 nominations, he won eight Tony Awards, more than any other director and/or choreographer (one more win than Bob Fosse). His wins: as Best Choreographer, in 1949 for "Lend an Ear;" and in 1981 for "42nd Street;" and as Best Director (Musical) and Best Choreographer, in 1961 for "Bye, Bye Birdie;" in 1964 for "Hello, Dolly!;" and in 1968 for "The Happy Time." He had seven other nominations: as Best Director (Musical), in 1962 for "Carnival;" in 1967 for "I Do! I Do!;" and 1981 for "42nd Street;" and as Best Director (Musical) and Best Choreographer, in 1973 for "Sugar;" in 1975 for "Mack and Mabel;"

1969

He was an actor and director, known for An Evening with Julie Andrews and Harry Belafonte (1969), Hello, Dolly! (1969) and Lovely to Look At (1952). He was married to Karla Most and Marge Champion.

1980

Gower's last project was director of the original 1980 stage version of "42nd Street". He died the afternoon of the premiere of the musical. His death was not announced until after the performance. The cast had not heard the news until then.