James Brown

Actor Profile
James Brown

James Brown was born on May 3, 1933 and passed away 16 years ago at the age of 73 on December 25, 2006.

Biography

James Brown (May 3, 1933 - December 25, 2006) was an American singer and songwriter, eventually referred to as "The Godfather of Soul"(GFOS). Brown started singing in gospel groups and worked his way on up. He has been recognized as one of the most iconic figures in the 20th century popular music and was renowned for his vocals and feverish dancing. He was also called "the hardest-working man in show business".

Brown began his professional music career in 1956 and rose to fame during the late 1950s and early 1960s on the strength of his thrilling live performances and string of smash hits. In spite of various personal problems and setbacks he continued to score hits in every decade through the 1980s. In addition to his acclaim in music, Brown was also a presence in American political affairs during the 1960s and 1970s.

Movie Credits

James Brown has appeared in 55 movies.

Some of the most popular movies include:

TV Credits

James Brown has appeared in 21 TV Series.

Some of the most popular TV Shows include:

Production Credits

James Brown has 5 production credits.

Sound

Credited for Original Music Composer in 1 show - Black Caesar.
Credited for Music in 1 show - Slaughter's Big Rip Off.
Credited for Songs in 1 show - Jacob's Ladder.

Writing

Credited for Musical in 1 show - Janet Jackson: Design of a Decade 1986/1996.

Creator

Credited for Creator in 1 show - Future Shock.