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Who is Cynthia Rhodes?

Cynthia Rhodes, an American actress, singer, and dancer, appeared in several popular films during the 1980s, including Flashdance (1983), Staying Alive (1983), Runaway (1984), and Dirty Dancing (1987). She also had a small role in the fantasy musical Xanadu (1980) and appeared in a music video for The Tubes. In Staying Alive, Rhodes played the character Jackie, an ensemble dancer and occasional love interest of John Travolta’s character. Despite receiving negative reviews, the film was a box-office success. 

Is Cynthia Rhodes Still Alive?

Cynthia Rhodes is still alive and doing well. Cynthia Rhodes, a retired American actress, dancer, and singer, who was born in Nashville, Tennessee, rose to fame for her appearances in movies like ‘Flashdance’ and ‘Dirty Dancing’. In her debut film, ‘Xanadu’, she portrayed a role in a romantic fantasy film directed by Robert Greenwald, which was heavily influenced by the late 1940s film ‘Down to Earth’. Her most notable role was in the movie ‘Staying Alive’ directed by Sylvester Stallone, for which she received a Golden Globe Award nomination, despite the film being heavily criticized. Rhodes appeared in other films like the American romantic drama ‘Flashdance’ and ‘Curse of the Crystal Eye’, but she refused to do bold roles or perform nude scenes due to her conservative and religious beliefs. Besides her acting career, she worked as a dancer for the rock band “The Tubes” and was also a member of the pop group Animotion.

Cynthia Rhodes Dirty Dancing Diet

Cynthia Rhodes has not granted any interviews to the press for over two decades, indicating her reluctance to do so. Despite this, she gained immense popularity for her roles in hit movies like “Flashdance,” “Staying Alive” and the iconic role of dance instructor Penny Johnson in “Dirty Dancing” in 1987. While she continued to receive offers for more projects, by the early 90s, she had largely withdrawn from public view. As someone who inspires many aspiring dancers, singers, and actors to pursue education and training, Rhodes is a role model who exemplifies the importance of hard work in achieving success, both figuratively and literally.

Cynthia Rhodes Children

Richard Marx and Cynthia Rhodes first met in 1983 on the set of the movie ‘Staying Alive’, where Rhodes was already working and Richard had joined the music department. They started dating and eventually tied the knot on January 8, 1989, despite a seven-year age difference between them. Rhodes appeared in Richard’s music video for ‘Don’t Mean Nothing’. Together, they have three sons – Brandon Marx (born 1990), Lucas Marx (born 1992), and Jesse Marx (born 1994). Rhodes took a voluntary break from her career in the entertainment industry to focus on raising their children. Unfortunately, the couple separated in July 2013 and later divorced in April 2014.

Cynthia Rhodes 2024 Net Worth

Cynthia Rhodes is a multi-talented American actress, singer, and dancer whose net worth is estimated to be around $20 million as of 2024. Despite retiring from the entertainment industry, she remains a popular figure among fans who are curious about her current activities. Rhodes earned a significant amount from her work in films and music videos, with her annual earnings ranging from $100,000 to $1 million. On a monthly basis, her earnings were estimated to be between $9,000 and $20,000.

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