Actor

Paul Robeson

Acting1898Princeton, 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.

Details

Known for: Acting
Born: April 8, 1898
Age: 77
Place of birth: Princeton, New Jersey, USA
Gender: Male
Died: January 23, 1976
Also known as: Paul LeRoy Bustill Robeson