Gene Anthony Ray

Gene Anthony Ray
Ray in 1986
Born	(1962-05-24)May 24, 1962 Harlem, New York City, New York, U.S.
Died	November 14, 2003(2003-11-14) (aged 41) New York City, New York, U.S.
Other names	Gene Ray
Education	Julia Richman High School High School of Performing Arts
Occupations	Actor dancer choreographer
Years active	1978–2002
Known for	Leroy Johnson – Fame

Gene Anthony Ray (May 24, 1962 – November 14, 2003) was an American actor, dancer, and choreographer. A native of New York City, Ray was best known for his portrayal of dancer Leroy Johnson in both the 1980 film Fame and the Fame television series based upon the film which originally aired from 1982 until 1987.