Taj Mahal, a multifaceted individual, entered this world on May 17, 1942, in the vibrant city of New York, located in the state of New York, within the United States of America. Throughout his illustrious career, he has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry, not only as an accomplished actor, but also as a talented composer. His impressive body of work includes notable films such as Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, released in 1991, Sounder, a critically acclaimed film from 1972, and Phenomenon, which premiered in 1996.
Personal Details
BornMay 17, 1942 New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Career
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2004

Killer Diller as J.R. Cox
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2002

Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood as Swing Band Singer
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2001

Songcatcher as Dexter Speaks
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1998

Outside Ozona as Dix Mayal
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Six Days Seven Nights as Entertainer
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1997
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1996

Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored as Mr. Will
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1991

Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey as Gatekeeper
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1987

The Man Who Broke 1, 000 Chains as Bones
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1977

Scott Joplin as Poor Alfred
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1976

Sounder, Part 2 as Ike
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1972

Sounder as Ike
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2024
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2017
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2016
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2014
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2011
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2006
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2003
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1996
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1977