Curtis Mayfield

Info

Role

Actor | Writer

Date of birth

06/03/1942

Date of death

12/26/1999

Place of birth

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Curtis Mayfield

Biography

Rhythm and blues performer/songwriter credited with defining 1960's Chicago sound in hits like "It's All Right" and "Gypsy Woman." His style influenced other artists from pop to hip hop. Has been a quadriplegic ever since he was struck by lighting rig during outdoor concert in New York, 1990. Member of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame whose 1968 hit "We're A Winner, " became a civil rights anthem. Two-time Grammy winner whose "Superfly" soundtrack sold more than 4 million copies.

Known For

Glory Road
Glory Road
7.2
7.2
Armageddon
Armageddon
7.0
7.0
Rush Hour
Rush Hour
6.9
6.9
Vanilla Sky
Vanilla Sky
6.9
6.9