Clarence Avant
Born: 1931-02-25 in Climax, North Carolina, USA
Died: 2023-08-12
Known For: Acting
Biography
Legendary behind-the-scenes music figure. Founded Sussex Records in 1969 with artists on their roster that included Bill Withers, Dennis Coffey, Gallery, and Rodriguez before folding in 1975.
Filmography
2021
2019
- The Black Godfather as Self
2012
- Searching for Sugar Man as Self
2010
- Still Bill as Self
1990
- Stalingrad ... (Producer)
- Listen Up: The Lives of Quincy Jones as Self
- New Attitude ... (Producer)
1985
- The Color Purple as African Musician
1973
- Save the Children ... (Executive Producer)