Jester Hairston
Biography
Jester Hairston works in acting. Born July 9, 1901 in Belews Creek, North Carolina, USA. Died January 18, 2000. Archytele tracks 39 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
39 titles- John Wayne's 'The Alamo' (1992) as Jethro
- Family Matters (1989) as William 'Skippy' Thomas
- I'm Gonna Git You Sucka (1988) as Pop
- Amen (1986) as Rolly Forbes
- Green Eyes (1977) as Dirk Dubeck
- The Last Tycoon (1976) as Waiter in Stahr's Office (uncredited)
- The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings (1976) as Furry Taylor
- Harry O (1974)
- That's My Mama (1974) as Wildcat
- Lady Sings the Blues (1972) as The Butler
- Nichols (1971) as Melville
- Finian's Rainbow (1968) as Passion Pilgrim Gospeller (uncredited)
- In the Heat of the Night (1967) as Endicott's Butler
- Lilies of the Field (1963) as Homer Smith (singing voice) (uncredited)
- Lilies of the Field (1963) Music Arranger
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) as Spence Robinson (uncredited)
- Summer and Smoke (1961) as Thomas (uncredited)
- Thriller (1960) as Papa Benjamin
- The Alamo (1960) as Jethro
- Raymie (1960) as Ransom
- Rawhide (1959) as Zachariah
- Gunsmoke (1955) as Wellington
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955)
- Tarzan's Hidden Jungle (1955) as Witch Doctor
- Pete Kelly's Blues (1955) as Mourner (uncredited)
- Studio 57 (1954)
- Gypsy Colt (1954) as Carl
- Tanganyika (1954)
- So This Is Love (1953) as Preacher
- We're Not Married! (1952) as Lead Christmas Caroler (uncredited)
- Amos 'n' Andy (1951) as Mr. Phillips
- Yes Sir, Mr. Bones (1951)
- In This Our Life (1942) as Black Man in Jail (uncredited)
- Across the Pacific (1942) as Passerby (uncredited)
- The Vanishing Virginian (1942) Music Arranger
- Sundown (1941) as Native Boy (uncredited)
- Deep South (1937) Writer
- The Green Pastures (1936) as Member of Hall Johnson Choir (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jester Hairston best known for?
Jester Hairston is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Family Matters (1989), I'm Gonna Git You Sucka (1988), Amen (1986), The Last Tycoon (1976).
When and where was Jester Hairston born?
Jester Hairston was born on July 9, 1901 in Belews Creek, North Carolina, USA. They passed away on January 18, 2000.
How many credits does Jester Hairston have?
Jester Hairston has accumulated over 39 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1936 to 1992.
What is Jester Hairston's background in cinema and television?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jester Joseph Hairston (July 9, 1901 – January 18, 2000) was an American composer, songwriter, arranger, choral conductor, and actor. He was regarded as a leading expert on Negro spirituals and choral music. His notable compositions include "Amen," a gospel-tinged theme from the f...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) as Spence Robinson (uncredited) — aged about 60
- In the Heat of the Night (1967) as Endicott's Butler — aged about 65
- Amos 'n' Andy (1951) as Mr. Phillips — aged about 49
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self — aged about 60
- Studio 57 (1954) — aged about 52
- Lilies of the Field (1963) as Homer Smith (singing voice) (uncredited) — aged about 61
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