Cynthia Rhodes (born November 21, 1956) is an American retired actress, singer and dancer. She is known for her role as Penny in Dirty Dancing (1987) as well as Tina Tech in Flashdance (1983), Jackie …

Cynthia Rhodes. Actress: Dirty Dancing. Cynthia Rhodes is a retired American actress, singer and dancer. Her film roles include Tina Tech in Flashdance (1983), Jackie in Staying Alive (1983), officer …

Jun 29, 2024 · Rhodes, who will be 67 years old in November 2023, gracefully stepped away from the spotlight at the height of her career, leaving behind a legacy of parts in classic dance dramas from the …

Jul 30, 2023 · Retired American actress, singer and dancer Cynthia Rhodes was born in Nashville, Tennessee USA, on 21 November 1956, making Scorpio her zodiac sign.

Sep 27, 2024 · One character that might not be as prominent in your memory is Penny, played by Cynthia Rhodes. The 67 year old actress, who was a fan favorite in the 80s, has since retired from Hollywood. …

Jun 14, 2025 · Cynthia Rhodes was born on 21 November 1956, in Nashville, Tennessee USA, the daughter of Adrian Rhodes and Edna Rhodes. Raised in a Baptist family, Cynthia attended Glencliff …

Jan 17, 2024 · But after her breakout role as dance instructor Penny Johnson opposite Patrick Swayze, Rhodes seemingly vanished from the limelight. So, what happened to the actress who stole our hearts …

Jul 21, 2022 · Former dancer and actor Cynthia Rhodes is best known as Penny Johnson in 1987's "Dirty Dancing." Not long after, she left Hollywood for good. Here's her story.

Cynthia Rhodes is an American actress, dancer and singer.

Cynthia Rhodes is an American Retired Actress, Singer, and Dancer best known for starring in Staying Alive, Flashdance, Dirty Dancing, & Runaway.