About
Former ballet dancer, she was most recognized for being the principal dancer for the Royal Danish Ballet.
Before Fame
She began taking dancing lessons when she was just three years old.
Trivia
To commemorate her, the Association (now the Royal Academy of Dance) created the Adeline Genée Gold Medal Awards as a scholarship to aid young dancers become successful.
Family Life
She was born in Denmark. She was adopted by her uncle Alexandre and aunt Antonia when she was eight.
Associated With
She and Karen Kain were both famous ballerinas.
