William Warfield
Biography
William Caesar Warfield (January 22, 1920 – August 25, 2002) was an American concert bass-baritone singer and actor, known for his appearances in stage productions, Hollywood films, and television programs. A prominent African American artist during the Civil Rights era, he worked with many notable artists, represented the United States during foreign tours, taught at academic institutions, and earned numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award in 1984.
Ol' Man River - William Warfield and MGM chorus(Showboat)
VideoKnown For
TV
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
1962
TV
The Mike Douglas Show
Self
1961
TV
The Ed Sullivan Show
Self
1948
Film
That's Entertainment!
(archive footage) (uncredited)
1974
TV
Hallmark Hall of Fame
The Lord (De Lawd)
1951
Film
Old Explorers
Tugboat Captain
1990
Film
Show Boat
Joe
1951
Film
Porgy and Bess in Wien
1953
Filmography
1990FilmOld Explorersas Tugboat Captain1974FilmThat's Entertainment!as (archive footage) (uncredited)1962TVThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carsonas Self1961TVThe Mike Douglas Showas Self1953FilmPorgy and Bess in Wien1951TVHallmark Hall of Fameas The Lord (De Lawd)1951FilmShow Boatas Joe1948TVThe Ed Sullivan Showas Self