Clarence Avant

Clarence Avant

Born 25 February 1931 in Climax, North Carolina, USA

Died 12 August 2023 (aged 92)

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.

Actor

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Sealed
1985
The Color Purple African Musician
Sealed
2012
Searching for Sugar Man Self
Sealed
2019
The Black Godfather Self
Sealed
2010
Still Bill Self

Producer

Sealed
1990
Stalingrad: Film 1 Producer
Sealed
1973
Save the Children Executive Producer