“When you're a teenager, you don't want to look different. So being very tall can set you apart, not being able to see very well can set you apart... and you just want to fit in. We all do.”

American dancer, actress, choreographer, and singer

Ann Reinking was an American dancer, actress, choreographer, and singer. Born in 1949 and active on Broadway and in film, she became known for her work in musical theatre, especially as a star of major stage productions. Her Broadway credits included Over Here! (1974), Goodtime Charley (1975), Chicago (1977), Dancin' (1978), and Sweet Charity (1986). She also appeared on screen in All That Jazz (1979), Annie (1982), and Micki & Maude (1984), building a career that moved between stage performance, choreography, and film.