Gerd Larsen

For the Danish Olympic athlete, see Gerd Larsen (athlete).

Gerd Larsen
Born
Gerd Elly

(1921-02-19)19 February 1921
Oslo, Norway
Died4 October 2001(2001-10-04) (aged 80)
London, England
OccupationBallerina
OrganizationsRoyal Ballet
SpouseHarold Turner

Gerd Larsen born Gerd Elly (19 February 1921 – 4 October 2001)[1][2] was a Norwegian ballerina who performed frequently with England's Royal Ballet, in a career lasting over fifty years up until her seventy-fifth birthday. In her later years, she was known for her mime roles.

  1. ^ Clarke, Mary. "Gerd Larsen". The Guardian. Guardian News and Media Limited. Retrieved 15 February 2014.
  2. ^ "Gerd Larsen". Oxford Dictionary of Dance. Retrieved 20 March 2014.