Now, as she continues to run the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, star as Catherine Fox on Grey's Anatomy, and be "Ma D" to her grandkids, here's a look back at her impressive life and career in photos.

Debbie Allen is known for being a fearless leading lady as a choreographer, dancer, executive producer, and actress. With over four decades of industry experience, Allen is committed to inspiring ...

Since 2011, Grey's Anatomy fans have known actress Debbie Allen by another name ... Of course, in real life, Debbie is nowhere near as intense as Dr. Catherine Fox. "I try to be joyful because ...

So if you never had to fight for anything in your life, put your gloves on and get ready for round one. MARTIN: In the years since "Fame," Debbie Allen has won several Emmy Awards for her ...

Vivian Ayers Allen’s famous daughters and family celebrate the Pulitzer Prize nominee’s 100th birthday. Pulitzer Prize-nominated poet Vivian Ayers Allen, mom to Debbie Allen and Phylicia ...

American actress, dancer, and choreographer Debbie Allen (left) pours 1.5 oz of Appleton Estate 8-Year-Old Reserve Rum while recreating Joy’s Cocktail with one wedge of orange and five dashes of ...

Emmy, Grammy, and Golden Globe winning choreographer, director, and producer – Houston’s own, Debbie Allen will speak at the event, and AIDS Healthcare Foundation will present its Lifetime ...

The choreographer, dancer, and "Grey's Anatomy" star is speaking out about the stigma of diabetes, which can prevent people from seeking a diagnosis or treatment Marvin Joseph Debbie Allen is ...

On Thursday, Debbie celebrated ... from her mother Allen. The iconic TV mom also gave insight into what it was like to grow up with such an illustrious mother in real life. “ ...