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Paul Robeson
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Birthday: April 8, 1898 (127)
Place of Birth: Princeton, New Jersey, USA

Biography

Paul Robeson (April 9, 1898 - January 23, 1976) was an American concert bass-baritone, athlete, actor and political activist. Born in Princeton, New Jersey he was educated at Rutgers College and Columbia University Law School. After briefly practising as a lawyer he left the trade due to racism and instead pursued his acting and singing career.

Known For

Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?as Self (archive footage)Tales of ManhattanTales of Manhattanas LukeBlack Shadows on a Silver ScreenBlack Shadows on a Silver Screenas Self (archive footage)Paul Robeson: Speak of Me as I AmPaul Robeson: Speak of Me as I Amas Himself (archive footage)The Proud ValleyThe Proud Valleyas David GoliathSong of FreedomSong of Freedomas John 'Johnny' Zinga
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