81 years old (Born on October 18, 1943)
Happy birthday to the legendary Phyllis Spira, South Africa's prima ballerina assoluta! Your graceful leaps and flawless pirouettes in the 1980s still have audiences spinning with delight. Rumor has it that gravity itself took notes whenever you danced!Your timeless performances continue to inspire dancers everywhere—though we're pretty sure no one else can quite match your elegance or charm. May this year bring as much joy and applause as your unforgettable moments on stage did for all of us.
Keep twirling gracefully through life, Phyllis—we're forever grateful you've shown us how it's done (and made it look easy)!
Phyllis Spira's Best Moments
