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Paul Robeson

08 Apr, 1898 in Princeton, New Jersey, USA

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.

Also Known As:

Paul LeRoy Bustill Robeson

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Borderline
58% (1930)
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Body and Soul
62% (1925)
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Jericho
58% (1937)
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Big Fella
70% (1938)