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Sam Cooke
Acting
Born January 22, 1931 · Clarksdale, 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.
Known For · 15 titles
The Merv Griffin Show
1962
The Steve Allen Show
1956
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948
American Bandstand
1957
The Dick Clark Show
1958
Shindig!
1964
General Electric Theater
1953
The Wrecking Crew
2008
Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues
2022
Sam Cooke: Crossing Over
2010
ReMastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke
2019
Death In Hollywood
1990
Sam Cooke: Legend
2003
When the Music's Over
1983
Lady, You Shot Me: The Life and Death of Sam Cooke
2014