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.

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View The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

1962Series
7.5
View The Mike Douglas Show
The Mike Douglas Show

The Mike Douglas Show

1961Series
5.4
View The Ed Sullivan Show
The Ed Sullivan Show

The Ed Sullivan Show

1948Series
6.8
View Hallmark Hall of Fame
Hallmark Hall of Fame

Hallmark Hall of Fame

1951Series
8.6
View Show Boat
Show Boat

Show Boat

1951Film
6.2
View That's Entertainment!
That's Entertainment!

That's Entertainment!

1974Film
7.4
View Old Explorers
Old Explorers

Old Explorers

1990Film0
View Porgy and Bess in Wien
Porgy and Bess in Wien

Porgy and Bess in Wien

1953Film0