
Acting
January 22, 1931
Died at age 33
December 11, 1964
Date of Death
Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States
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Samuel Cook, known professionally as Sam Cooke, was an American singer, songwriter, civil-rights activist and entrepreneur. Influential as a singer, composer, and producer, he is commonly known as the King of Soul for his distinctive vocals and importance within popular music.