Anyone can tap dance, but it takes some raw skill to tap dance on roller skates.

Man, what a showman!

This is part of what made the golden era of movies so golden!

Gene Kelly made the world of dance safe for men.

He was that rare combo of athletic strength, good looks and lovable personality. Gene Kelly made Dance in America, cool! Many young men seriously saw dance/ballet as a viable career thanks to Mr. Kelly. Gene could dance up a storm, and still get the girl.