
Acting1931-01-22 - 1964-12-11Clarksdale, Mississippi, United StatesMale
Sam Cooke
Also known as Samuel Cook, Samuel Cooke
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.











