While speaking toCBS News, Gaynor explained that a dance teacher inspired her family’s move.

“Detroit, the Silver Studios, Madame Kathryn Etienne.

Starting in 2008, Gaynor toured with her one-woman extravaganza “Mitzi … Razzle Dazzle!

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My Life Behind the Sequins.”

She truly enjoyed every moment of her professional career and the great privilege of being an entertainer.”

Gaynor was married to film producer Jack Bean from 1954 until his death in 2006.

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The couple did not have children.