Jeni Le Gon
Actor
Born Aug 14, 1916 · Georgia, USA
Active 1936–2012 · Awards: Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame
Jeni LeGon, also credited as Jeni Le Gon, was an American dancer, dance instructor, and actress. She was one of the first African-American women to establish a solo career in tap dance.
Filmography
I Walked with a Zombie (1943) — DancerEaster Parade (1948) — Essie (uncredited)Stormy Weather (1943) — Dancer (uncredited)I Shot Jesse James (1949) — Veronica, Cynthy's MaidArabian Nights (1942) — DresserAmos 'n' Andy (1951) — Daphne Jackson (uncredited)Somebody Loves Me (1952) — SingerTake My Life (1942) — Helen StanleyHi-De-Ho (1937) — Deacon's Wife (uncredited)Ali Baba Goes to Town (1937) — Specialty DancerSundown (1941) — MiriamiBright Road (1953)Hi-De-Ho (1947) — MinnieFools for Scandal (1938) — SpecialtyMy Son, The Hero (1943) — LambieI Can't Give You Anything But Love, Baby (1940) — AnnieThe Adventurous Blonde (1937) — Maid (uncredited)Home Is Where the Hart Is (1987) — Wanda FuchWhile Thousands Cheer (1940) — MyraDishonour Bright (1936) — Cabaret DancerDouble Deal (1939) — NitaGlamour for Sale (1940) — Maid (uncredited)