Antonio Gades

Antonio Gades, born Antonio Esteve Rodenas, was a Spanish flamenco dancer and choreographer who lived from 14 November 1936 to 20 July 2004, credited with bringing flamenco to international audiences through groundbreaking choreographic adaptations of literary classics and collaborations with film directors. He co-founded Spain's national ballet company and was also active as a political advocate during Spain's transition to democracy in the late twentieth century. He died in Madrid from cancer at age 67.