Cleavon Little
Birth Name:
Cleavon Jake Little
Birth Place:
Chickasha, Oklahoma, United States
Profession
Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- In 1994, he was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Won a Drama Desk Award for his work in the musical "Purlie․"
- Earned a degree in drama from San Diego State University
- Trained in acting at Juilliard and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts
- Would often takes on the role of eccentric, streetwise characters
- Would often portray outlandish, energetic characters in his various roles
- Beat out comic Richard Pryor for the lead role in "Blazing Saddles․"
Awards
- 1975BAFTA Film Award - Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles:Nominated
- 1989Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series:Winner