Vanoye William Aikens

Vanoye William Aikens (27 November 1922 – 24 August 2013), also known as Van Aikens, was an American dancer and actor. He was known for his work with fellow dancer Katherine Dunham, with whom he danced internationally on stage and screen.

Biography Aikens was born in Georgia on 27 November 1922. He attended Morehouse College but was unable to complete his degree due to financial issues. He went on to serve in the U.S. Navy. He joined the troupe as a student in 1943. He went on to perform on Broadway with the company through the 1940s and 1950s, as well as tour through United States, Europe and South America until the troupe disbanded in 1963.

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