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StatsBirth Name: Geraldine Garner Born and residing in:  United States Relationship Status: Married
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American Burlesque Dancer in the 50s.
Sequin’s burlesque debut was as a chorus girl at the famous Follies Theater in Los Angeles, CA — where much to her chagrin, that week the chorus girls were to perform the high-kicking cancan! Her initial appearances as a stripper were under the name Gerri Donelle, but her stage name was quickly changed to Sequin - Sparkling Beauty to the 4th Dimension. She worked with Ted Littleton in developing acts that included a bashful bride, a harem
American Burlesque Dancer in the 50s.
Sequin’s burlesque debut was as a chorus girl at the famous Follies Theater in Los Angeles, CA — where much to her chagrin, that week the chorus girls were to perform the high-kicking cancan! Her initial appearances as a stripper were under the name Gerri Donelle, but her stage name was quickly changed to Sequin - Sparkling Beauty to the 4th Dimension. She worked with Ted Littleton in developing acts that included a bashful bride, a harem girl routine and one that even featured a red velvet swing. Sequin’s classy acts - with no bumps or grinds - would influence other dancers try burlesque, including The Fascinating Jennifer. After retiring from burlesque, Sequin returned to jazz singing, her first love. She performed with famous musician too numerous to list and would eventually marry Tony Tamburello, who was a piano player and closely worked with Tony Bennett for many years.
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