Sam Cooke
Acting
January 22, 1931 — December 11, 1964Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States
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
2022Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues
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2019ReMastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke
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2014Lady, You Shot Me: The Life and Death of Sam Cooke
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2010Sam Cooke: Crossing Over
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2008The Wrecking Crew
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2003Sam Cooke: Legend
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1990Death In Hollywood
1983When the Music's Over
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