Hubert I. Stowitts

Born on June 26, 1892 in Rushville, Nebraska, USA, died on February 8, 1953.

Hubert Stowitts, the first American star of the Russian ballet, danced for several years as Anna Pavlova's partner. Stowitts was also a choreographer and a designer of sets and costumes whose work was deeply influenced by traditional Indian and Chinese dance. (Getty)