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Al Matthews

Al Matthews

Actor
Date of birth : 11/21/1942
Date of death : 09/22/2018
City of birth : Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Folk singer and musical performer who worked professionally while living in England. He later turned to acting, but continues to write and sing. Matthews is noted for having made two significant historical firsts. While on combat duty during the Vietnam War, Matthews became the first black Marine to be meritoriously promoted to the rank of Sergeant (E-5). Williams was also the first "black voice" on England's national station, 'Radio 1.'

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