6.5
Movie
Acting
Lead Belly
- Born
- Died
- (aged 61)
- Birthplace
- Mooringsport, Louisiana, USA
- Credits
- 8 titles
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".
Signature work
Known For
Acting credits 8
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Legend of Lead Belly Film | Self / Archive Footage (as Huddie Ledbetter) |
| 2008 | Down the Tracks: The Music That Influenced Bob Dylan Film | |
| 2006 | Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home Film | Self (archive footage) |
| 2003 | Feel Like Going Home Film | Self |
| 2003 | The Blues TV | Self (archive footage) (1 ep) |
| 1999 | Blues Masters Film | |
| 1993 | Blues Masters - The Essential History of the Blues Film | Self (archive footage) |
| 1945 | Pick a Bale of Cotton Film | Himself |