Arthur Duncan tap dances to "Cute" on a piano

[@williamboylejr.9098]

For this routine a special top had to be made for this piano. In later years on the Lawrence Welk show, Arthur Duncan would do this routine with Larry Hooper at the piano, and for laughs, Larry would put on a construction workers hard hat and say “ My, this is getting a little dangerous here”. On January 4, 2023, Arthur Duncan passed away. He was a one of a kind tap dancer and singer who became the first African-American to be a regular cast member on a variety show. Arthur, rest in peace and thank you for the wonderful memories.

[@shalindaplanks181]

My brother in laws uncle

[@lesliegoodman-malamuth9796]

@@shalindaplanks181 Cool! I read recently that Duncan was the first black regular on a variety show-Betty White’s (1954). When, uh, certain people objected to her booking him, Betty made a short pungent response, and featured him again.

[@shalindaplanks181]

@@lesliegoodman-malamuth9796 I read that too. I remember him having an appearance in the movie Tap with Gregory Hines. My sisters in-laws were so excited. I wish I had took the time to research him back then.

[@user-ot4ko3fv1m]

Arthur Duncan was a fantastic dancer on Lawrence Welk. RIP Arthur, dance in heaven.

[@brandee5678]

Rest in Rhythm, Dear Arthur!

[@SilverDreamer62]

Balance, elegance,timing, and all in a very confined space! The many times I saw Arthur dance, there were often spots where he looked like he was floating across the floor.

[@janeraddatz4468]

absolutely fabulous, one of my favorite dancers ever.

[@klebercarrillo3482]

Wow the way he slides on top of the piano 👞 woooooooooo

[@IfeNaima]

What an amazing dancer. Beautiful!

[@donaldmann7387]

I don't remember watching this show when it. Was B&W. But living with Grandma, I watched a couple hundred episodes of Lawrence Welk with her. Saturday afternoons I think it was.When I read about the passing of Author Duncan, I immediately knew who he was. Fine performer. ☮️ and ❤️.

[@cstephenson3749]

Now we know the origin of Michael Jacksons' Moon Walk. As they say, there is nothing new under the son.

[@cherylmoritz6360]

Amazing! Like he's gliding on ice....

[@GodsFavoriteBassPlyr]

A superior talent.. and still with us at 88 years of age (March 2022). His name will forever be synonymous with the art of Tap.

[@eandsm4620]

Arthur was my all time favorite performer on the show!!!

[@camy_dev]

thats incredible hes got some moves

[@diversitylove5460]

If I had a grand piano I would play it and dance on it. Cause it’s my business” 😊

[@rubytroy7756]

Great style ❤

[@jons.6216]

RIP to a very talented man!

[@ilenecarroll3786]

Amazing 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽 I love it 😍

[@Finchi.McQueen]

THIS right here!!👏👏👏👏

[@howardkoor9365]

Sensational dancer

[@jorgegoren8614]

Arthur Duncan....👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼, todo lo demás sobra !!

[@GeorgeFranquiz]

Betty White invited him to be in her show, that created a racist commotion in the whole country. The guy was very good.

[@williamdunphy352]

With Frank Scott on piano.

[@rubytroy7756]

Don’t worry won’t be stepping out on the piano 🎹 anytime soon 😂

[@kathleenbotelho3307]

Awesome 👍

[@wrharris05]

Wow!!

[@josemeda4592]

I wonder if M. Jackson ever saw this?

[@harrylangdon491]

Arthur Duncan died on January 4, 2023, aged 97.

[@francisalanbeattie4458]

Brilliant

[@francismallard5892]

I have this subtle urge to take Geritol

[@faithy1985]

😲 OMG💯💯💯

[@francisalanbeattie4458]

Clever.

[@ellecee453]

Whoa!

[@genevareynolds7062]

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