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