Gilda Gray
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Gilda Gray, born Marianna Michalska, became famous for her distinctive dance style, which she jokingly claimed came from "shaking her chemise" (or "shimee" due to her Polish accent), leading to the name "shimmy".
She was a prominent figure in the Roaring Twenties, appearing in films and theater productions where she performed her signature shimmy.
Gray's influence extended beyond dance, as she became a symbol of the liberated woman during the flapper era, often appearing in exotic roles and known for her beauty and famous legs.
Her career transitioned fully to film by 1923, solidifying her status as an icon of the 1920s entertainment scene.
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