Imperial Consort Dong - The famous dancer who became Emperor Dezong of the Tang Dynasty's Imperial Consort
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Imperial Consort Dong – The famous dancer who became Emperor Dezong of the Tang Dynasty’s Imperial Consort

Imperial Consort Dong was one of the most famous dancers of the Tang Dynasty.[1] She may have danced for three Tang emperors.[2] Because of her talent, Imperial Consort Dong became an imperial consort for Emperor Dezong.[3] She was given the highest posthumous title for a female member of the imperial family.[4] In 772, Imperial Consort Dong was born. [read more]