Paul Robeson date of birth:
April 9, 1898
How old was Paul Robeson when died?
77
Where was Paul Robeson born?
Princeton, New Jersey, U.S.
When did Paul Robeson die?
January 23, 1976
How tall is Paul Robeson?
6' 3" (190 cm)
What is Paul Robeson nationality?
American
What is Paul Robeson's occupation?
Actor
What instruments does Paul Robeson play?
Songwriter, Vocals
Short Biography
Paul Leroy Robeson (April 9, 1898 – January 23, 1976) was an American bass singer and actor who became involved with the Civil Rights Movement. At Rutgers College, he was an outstanding American football player, and then had an international career in singing, with a distinctive, powerful, deep bass voice, as well as acting in theater and movies. He became politically involved in response to the Spanish Civil War, fascism, and social injustices. His advocacy of anti-imperialism, affiliation with communism, and criticism of the United States government caused him to be blacklisted during the McCarthy era. Ill health forced him into retirement from his career.