What is Don Cornelius's middle name?
Cortez
What is Don Cornelius's full name?
Donald Cortez Cornelius
Don Cornelius nickname(s):
Don
Don Cornelius date of birth:
September 27, 1936
How old was Don Cornelius when died?
75
Where was Don Cornelius born?
Chicago, Illinois, USA
When did Don Cornelius die?
February 1, 2012
Where did Don Cornelius die?
Sherman Oaks, California, USA
Why did Don Cornelius die?
Suicide
Don Cornelius body shape:
Average
What color are Don Cornelius's eyes?
Brown - Dark
What color is Don Cornelius's hair?
Black
Don Cornelius distinctive features:
Round Glasses
Is Don Cornelius gay or straight?
Straight
What is Don Cornelius's ethnicity?
Black
What is Don Cornelius nationality?
American
What is Don Cornelius's occupation?
Writer, Producer, Actor
Don Cornelius claim to fame:
Soul Train
Short Biography
Donald Cortez "Don" Cornelius (September 27, 1936 – February 1, 2012) was an American television show host and producer who was best known as the creator of the nationally syndicated dance and music franchise Soul Train, which he hosted from 1971 until 1993. Eventually Cornelius sold the show to MadVision Entertainment in 2008.