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Sam Cooke

Sam Cooke

Acting1931Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States

Biography

Samuel Cook, known professionally as Sam Cooke, was an American singer, songwriter, civil-rights activist and entrepreneur. Influential as a singer, composer, and producer, he is commonly known as the King of Soul for his distinctive vocals and importance within popular music.

Acting History

2022
Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues
as Self (archive footage)
2019
2010
Sam Cooke: Crossing Over
as Self (archive footage)
2008
The Wrecking Crew
as Self - Singer (archive footage)
2003
Sam Cooke: Legend
as Self (archive footage)
1983
When the Music's Over
as Self (archive footage)
1964
Shindig!
TVas Self - Singer1 eps
1963
The Merv Griffin Show
TVas Self1 eps
1960
General Electric Theater
TVas Sam1 eps
1958
The Steve Allen Show
TVas Self2 eps
The Dick Clark Show
TVas Self4 eps
1957
American Bandstand
TVas Self3 eps
The Ed Sullivan Show
TVas Self2 eps

Social Media

Personal Info

Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1/22/1931
Day of Death
12/11/1964
Place of Birth
Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States