Pamela Blair, who originated the role of Valerie Clarke on the Broadway musical A Chorus Line as well as appeared in several soap operas, has died. She was…
A dancer and actress, Pamela Blair's small-town-to-Broadway story became part of the character Valerie in the original cast of "A Chorus Line" and she defined one of the show's comedic highlights, a musical ode to cosmetic surgery and newfound curves.
Her portrayal of Valerie Clarke in "A Chorus Line" gave her original bragging rights to one of the most memorable characters in a Broadway juggernaut – which ran for more than 6,100 performances from 1975 to 1990.
Pamela Blair, who originated the role of Val in the musical "A Chorus Line," has died. She was 73. Blair died Sunday at home in Phoenix following a lengthy illness, Deadline reported.