Judith Jamison, a graceful, long-limbed dancer who rose to international stardom in the 1970s, succeeded Alvin Ailey as the leader of his namesake troupe and helped sustain the company as a barrier-breaking force in modern dance,

There are few images more indelible in the history of American dance: Judith Jamison, regal and passionate in white leotard and long ruffled skirt, punching the air in “Cry” — Alvin Ailey’s piercing solo about Black womanhood.

Judith Jamison, an award winning dancer and former artistic director of the historic Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, has died at 81.

Judith Jamison, dance star and former artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, died Saturday. She was 81. "We remember and are grateful for her artistry, humanity and incredible light, which inspired us all," read a statement from the company posted on social media.

With the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and throughout her career, Jamison kept faith in our continued capacity — and need — to feel deeply and honestly.

Judith Jamison, an acclaimed dancer and choreographer who for two decades was artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, died on Saturday in New York at the age of 81.

Judith Jamison, an internationally acclaimed dancer who later served as artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for two decades, has died. She was 81. Jamison died at a New York hospital surrounded by family and friends following a brief illness,

The dance world mourns the loss of Judith Jamison, a towering figure in contemporary dance whose influence spanned decades and left an indelible mark

As we remember the former Alvin Ailey artistic director, we’re looking back on her iconic beauty and dance moments to celebrate her legacy.