Abbey Lincoln

Abbey Lincoln

Deceased · Born: Aug 6, 1930 · Died: Aug 14, 2010

Personal Details

BornAug 6, 1930 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Abbey Lincoln, a multifaceted artist, entered the world on August 6, 1930, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, USA. As an accomplished actress and composer, she left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry through her captivating performances in films such as "Nothing But a Man" (1964),"For Love of Ivy" (1968),and "Drugstore Cowboy" (1989).

Throughout her illustrious career, Lincoln's remarkable talent and dedication earned her numerous accolades and recognition. Her remarkable journey was further enriched by her marriage to the renowned jazz drummer, Max Roach, with whom she shared a deep passion for music and art.

Tragically, Lincoln's life came to a close on August 14, 2010, in Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and influence generations of artists and fans alike. Despite her untimely passing, her remarkable contributions to the world of music, film, and art remain an enduring testament to her boundless talent and unwavering dedication to her craft.

Career

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1990
Mo' Better Blues
Mo' Better Blues as Lillian Gilliam
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1978
All in the Family
All in the Family as Laura Grant
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1972
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1970
Mission: Impossible
Mission: Impossible as Millie Webster
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1968
For Love of Ivy
For Love of Ivy as Ivy Moore
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1964
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2024
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2023
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2021
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{"id":79195,"title":"Strange Fruit","year":"2002","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/strange-fruit","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79195.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79195.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
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1994
{"id":166178,"title":"Black Woodstock","year":"1969","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/black-woodstock","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_166178.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_166178.jpg"},"released":1}
1969
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1956