Frankie Manning, the ambassador of lindy hop, passed away on April 27, 2009 after a full and rich life of 94 years. This video was compiled for a memorial dance at the Jam Cellar in Washington DC. Frankie will be dearly missed, but his legacy lives on through lindy hoppers all around the world.
For more information on Frankie Manning please visit:
http://www.frankiemanning.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankie_Manning
http://frankie95.com/
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JSDJerry 1 year ago
I can't believe he died! He'll be so missed!!
RIP Frankie Manning 1914-2009!
sweetaliena 2 years ago
A Man who will be Truely Missed.
Thanks for posting this video.
mmenz 2 years ago
A heartwarming tribute - thank you!
PBKate 2 years ago
Frankie, we'll see you at the Savoy!
twobarbreak 2 years ago
A very touching video. Thank you for making it.
I miss you Frankie.
LindyBum1147 2 years ago
We will miss him!
flyaruu 2 years ago
Thanks for making this video available to one and all to celebrate Frankie's contribution to all of our lives.
HaoleTrio 2 years ago
A beautiful tribute to a beautiful man. Thanks for your hard work creating it.
jdw5678 2 years ago