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Rebekah Harkness.
American artist, composer, philanthropist, and founder of the Harkness Ballet (1915-1982)
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About Rebekah Harkness
Rebekah West Harkness also known as Betty Harkness, was an American composer, socialite, sculptor, dance patron, and philanthropist who founded the Harkness Ballet. In 1947, she married William Hale "Bill" Harkness, an attorney and heir to the Standard Oil fortune of William L. Harkness, which made her one of the wealthiest women in America. In addition to her marriage, Harkness also became well known for her personal eccentricities, as well as her contributions to the arts.
Everything about Rebekah Harkness →- Occupation
- founder, composer, sculptor, philanthropist
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- April 17, 1915
- Died
- June 17, 1984, June 17, 1982