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Biography
Joe Williams was an American jazz singer. He sang with big bands, such as the Count Basie Orchestra and the Lionel Hampton Orchestra, and with small combos. He sang in two films with the Basie orchestra and sometimes worked as an actor.
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Awards & recognition
- Distinguished Nevadan · 1987
- NEA Jazz Masters
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Filmography7 titles
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962as Self
1962as Self
American Masters
1986as Self
1986as Self
The Cosby Show
1984as Al Hanks
1984as Al Hanks
The Dick Cavett Show
1968as Self - Guest
1968as Self - Guest
Cinderfella
1960as Joe Williams
1960as Joe Williams
Petey Wheatstraw
1977as D.J.
1977as D.J.
Jamboree!
1957as Joe Williams
1957as Joe Williams