Charisse Cyd Vedic birth chart profile
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Charisse Cyd

• Remembering (Jun 17, 2008)

★ March 8, 1922 · Amarillo, Texas
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Other FamousExtraordinary TalentsEntertainmentEntertain/MusicActorSkills - Multi-facetedStart young less than 16Divorcee
Biography

Who is Charisse Cyd?

American dancer who began her career in ballet with the Ballet Russe. In Hollywood, she married Nico Charisse 8/12/1939 and they opened a dance school. From 1943 she appeared in small film roles, a number of musicals and frequent dance cameos. As her reputation grew, she was memorable as one of the great dancers in such films as "Brigadoon," 1954 and "Silk Stockings," 1957. Tula Ellice Finklea started ballet lessons at eight in Amarillo, Texas. She became Cyd because her brother could not pronounce Sis. At 13, she began studying with dancer Nico Charisse in Los Angeles, which led to her acceptance in the Ballet Russe. At 17, she married Nico. For several years she danced in Europe until MGM producer Arthur Freed offered her a contract. She worked as a background dancer until 1952 when she starred with Gene Kelly in "Singin in the Rain." After divorcing Nico in 1944, she played the field for a while, including dates with Howard Hughes, before marrying Tony Martin on 5/15/1948. She had one son with each of her marriages, Nicky on 5/07/1942, and Tony Jr. on 8/28/1950. Musicals went out of style, but Charisse kept busy in other films and performing in clubs with her husband. She maintained her disciplined lifestyle, and by the age of 73 she is still gorgeous and able to kick above her waist during her work-out class a couple times a week. She died on June 17, 2008 in Los Angeles after an apparent heart attack. She was 86. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Charisse Cyd (Cyd Charisse)

Charisse Cyd refers to the public figure better known as Cyd Charisse, an American dancer and actress celebrated for her work in classic Hollywood musicals. She was born on March 8, 1922, in Amarillo, Texas, United States. Her birth name was Tula Ellice Farris. Charisse rose to prominence in the 1950s and became one of cinema’s most renowned dancers, known for her ballet-infused style and magnetic screen presence.

Biographical snapshot

  • Birth: March 8, 1922 — Amarillo, Texas, United States
  • Birth name: Tula Ellice Farris
  • Death: May 17, 2008 — Paris, France
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: Dancer, actress
  • Known for: MGM musical films; collaborations with Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly

Career highlights

Charisse gained fame through iconic performances in Hollywood musicals during the 1950s. She is especially remembered for her dance work in films such as The Band Wagon (1953) and Silk Stockings (1957), where her elegance, precision, and athleticism elevated on-screen dance to artful storytelling. Her collaborations with legendary partners showcased a seamless blend of classical ballet technique and Broadway-style musical numbers, earning her recognition as one of cinema’s premier dancers.

Legacy

Charisse’s influence endures in film history as a benchmark for screen dance craftsmanship. Her performances continue to inspire dancers and choreographers, and her films are frequently analyzed in studies of mid-20th-century choreography and American musical cinema. Restorations and retrospectives of her work help introduce new audiences to her artistry.

News and public updates

Current news: There are no active public projects or social media activities since her passing in 2008. Occasional retrospective articles and film-restoration announcements may reference her contributions to cinema.

Social media

Official social media: There are no verified official accounts for Cyd Charisse. Some fan pages or archival channels exist, but they are not endorsed by the artist or her estate.

Recent projects

As a historical figure who died in 2008, there are no new personal projects. Her legacy lives on through restored editions of her films, archival interviews, and film-history scholarship that continue to celebrate her impact on dance and cinema.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Charisse Cyd's birth chart?

2 FOUND

Charisse Cyd's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga and 1 challenging combination, including Gaja Kesari Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha periods did Charisse Cyd live through?

VIMSHOTTARI

Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Charisse Cyd, in order.

PREVIOUSJun 7, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026
Mars / Jupiter / Rahu
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What do Charisse Cyd's numerology numbers say?

Charisse Cyd's core numbers are Destiny 8, Soul Urge 5, Personality 8, Karmic Debt 33.

◎Destiny
8

Chaldean Destiny 8 indicates executive expression and authority. It supports business, finance, leadership, and achievement through discipline.

❖Soul Urge
5

Chaldean Soul 5 desires freedom and variety. It seeks change, movement, experiences, and space to explore life.

◇Personality
8

Chaldean Personality 8 appears strong, ambitious, and authoritative. Others often see business sense, leadership, and control.

⚖Karmic Debt
33

Master Number 33 in Chaldean numerology amplifies compassion, healing, and teaching. It supports upliftment through service and mature love.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1939
Relationship
Marriage 12 August 1939 (First marriage, Nico Charisse)
1942
Family
Change in family responsibilities 7 May 1942 (Nicky born)
1943
Career
New Career 1943 (Debut in minor film roles)
1944
Relationship
Divorce dates 1944 (Nico Charisse)
1948
Relationship
Marriage 15 May 1948 (Tony Martin, second husband)
1950
Family
Change in family responsibilities 28 August 1950 (Tony Jr. born)
1952
Career
Gain social status 1952 (Career became noted)
2008
Death
Death by Heart Attack 17 June 2008 in Los Angeles (Age 86)
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