Fred Astaire was born on this day in 1899 and now, the world is remembering him.

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On his 116th birthday, Astaire is being remembered for his greatness in everything he did.

People are taking to social media to express their love and admiration for the late dancer, singer and actor.

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On Twitter, people are sharing photos, quotes and videos of the celebrity.

"People think I was born in top hat and tails," one user quoted along with a photo of Astaire dancing.

"Always remember that the truth has never hurt any man - & anyway, if it does, I'll go to the hospital with you. -Fred Astaire in Top Hat," another user tweeted.

One user shared a photo of Astaire mid-leap with exquisitely pointed toes and commented: "This picture alone captures everything magical about Fred Astaire. He truly was an incredible talent!"

"#HappyBirthday to one of the great song-and-dance men, #FredAstaire, 1899-1987!" one user wished to the passed man.

"'I don't make love by kissing, I make love by dancing" - Happy Birthday Fred Astaire!'" one user said.

According to Birthday.com, Astaire was an American dancer of stage and film who was best known for his musical comedies where he starred with Ginge Rogers.

He is regarded as the "greatest popular music dancer of all time." In 1987, Astaire was hospitalized for pneumonia. He died on June 22nd. Present-time President, Ronald Reagan, called him "am American legend" and "the ultimate dancer."