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Clarence Avant
Born · February 25, 1931
Died · August 12, 2023 (92 years old)
Known For: Acting
Place of Birth: Climax, North Carolina, USA
Bio
Legendary behind-the-scenes music figure. Founded Sussex Records in 1969 with artists on their roster that included Bill Withers, Dennis Coffey, Gallery, and Rodriguez before folding in 1975.
2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Self
7.0
2021
The Black Godfather
Self
6.9
2019
Searching for Sugar Man
Self
7.9
2012
Still Bill
Self
6.9
2010
Listen Up: The Lives of Quincy Jones
Self
6.0
1990
The Color Purple
African Musician
7.8
1985