Melvin Van Peebles
Biography:
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Melvin "Block" Van Peebles (born August 21, 1932) is an American actor, director, screenwriter, playwright, novelist and composer.
He is most famous for creating the acclaimed film, Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song, which heralded a new era of African American focused films. He is the father of actor and director Mario Van Peebles.
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Known For:
Acting
Known Credits:
50
Gender :
Male
Birthday :
1932-08-21
Day of Death:
-
Place of Birth:
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Also Known As:
