Jacques D'Amboise Kennedy Center Honors 1995 Suzanne Farrell, Charlotte & Christopher D'Amboise

[harveyshapiro]

As one of his students, I was excited to perform for him this night. I will love him forever.

[lesliebest]

I never had the honor to see Mr. d’Amboise on stage, but I shall always ❤️ him as ‘Ephraim Pontipee’ in ‘Seven Brides For Seven Brothers. Rest In Heaven, Sir.

[blue]

So thankful I saw Jacques d'Amboise perform many times with the NYCB in the 70s. Profound dancer, profound human being. Thank you for the joy.

[pam]

This was such a beautifully-produced segment.

[MrDarrellmoo]

And this is the truth: When I heard about Jacques d'Amboise's death I immediately thought, "I hope John Flanagan post Jacques d'Amboise's Kennedy Center Honor tribute." You did and I thank you! Truly one of the great stars of American ballet.

[vnsjigw]

I first learned and saw him in the movie 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" I love this movie. You will be greatly miss. R.I.P Jacques D'Amboise.

[racourdav]

Just watched Carousel and thought to myself ‘that man looks so elegant dancing’ I didn’t know who he was and googled the movie and I saw his dance sequence. What a life he lived, what a wonderful legacy he left. RIP Jacques!

[AuntieMamie]

I have followed Mr D’Amboise’s career forever and read anything about him I can get my hands on. Such remarkable talent. Who could forget “Carousel, ” “Seven Brides For Seven Brothers?” And then … Ballenchine days all the way to inspiring so many NYC children. Bravo and kudos. Inspiring, illuminating, phenomenal. An American treasure. I miss knowing he still lives. But he’s left a marvelous legacy indeed. Mr Flanagan- you read my mind. Thank you always.

[barbaracastleton]

He was a positive force for the arts and for creative, well-rounded kids. The miracle of his work was in the message, "There isn't anything you can't do." The secret of his work was that he had them do it again and again, with eagerness and trust, until, indeed, they could do it.

[lydiastafford]

I am crying in the club right now. Such a beautiful person and beautiful performances. legit made me cry twice.

[andreatrujillo]

Such a beautiful tribute and video to MR. JACQUES D'AMBOISE! REST IN HEAVELY PEACE SIR. 👼 🕊 🕊 🕊 🕊 🕊 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 💔🕊 🕊

[janettamcgee]

Thank you for posting this. I'd forgotten that his son and daughter had performed at this. How brave, you are both great dancers brave to have Jacques as your father? No pressure! I love how his face lit up as he watched them and the fact he had the same look of pride and joy while watching his students dance. RIP Jacques.

[emerybayblues]

Thank you for posting the whole tribute.

[carolimmel]

He spoke at the University of Kansas in the late nineties. I was so impressed with his devotion to the arts. He answered questions from the audience, one of which was " is there any creature on earth who doesn't need music and dance?" He answered after a brief pause, "perhaps a bug".

[jimcadena]

I've followed his career practically all of my 73 years.

[BellaFirenze]

D'Amboise died at his home in Manhattan on May 2, 2021, following complications from a stroke at the age of 86. He was a great dancer, a wonderful teacher and a beutiful human being. I studied with Mr. D'Amboise at the National Dance Institute.

[BabsBrooklynPilates]

Bravo! Thank you so much for posting this. I not only had the good fortune to see Mr. D'Amboise dance, but I also had the chance to meet him in his office at the National Dance Institute. Yes, he could jump and twirl on stage, but he also was filled with a joyous spirit that he was eager to share. He gave me a tour of the place and while he was showing me a practice studio, he suddenly put his arm around my waist and waltzed me around the floor. I know no other dancer quite like him.

[vertigoed.]

stooppp 🥺 he was so proud of his kids 🥺😭

[davemguru]

Oh! Jacques how sorely you will be missed. But, what joy you have spread to generations for all the future. If only governments and adults could remember that the whole point of living is to make it better for our children. Otherwise - what's the point of humanity?

[joannoeldechen]

My dad danced with him in 7 brides. He was a mean guy from town...barn dance.