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Lead Belly

Acting

0.1 Popularity Jan 20, 1888 (61 years old) Mooringsport, Louisiana, USA

Huddie William Ledbetter, better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer, musician, and songwriter notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In The Pines", "Goodnight, Ir...

Biography

Huddie William Ledbetter, better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer, musician, and songwriter notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced, including his renditions of "In The Pines", "Goodnight, Irene", "Midnight Special", "Cotton Fields", and "Boll Weevil".

Filmography 8

2013
Legend of Lead Belly Movie

as Self / Archive Footage (as Huddie Ledbetter)

2006
Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home Movie

as Self (archive footage)

2003
2003
The Blues TV

as Self (archive footage)

1999
1993
1945
Pick a Bale of Cotton Movie

as Himself

Photos 1

Lead Belly Photo

Personal Details

Known For Acting
Gender Male
Birthday January 20, 1888 (61 years old)
Died December 06, 1949
Place of Birth Mooringsport, Louisiana, USA
Also Known As Huddie William Ledbetter, Leadbelly
Years Active 1945 - 2013
Popularity 0.1
Career Stats
8 Total Credits
7 Movie Roles
1 TV Roles
1 Photos