Robert Guillaume
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 30, 1927 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA
- Died
- October 24, 2017
- Active Years
- 1944–2023 (80 Years)
- Total Credits
- 106 credits in database
Biography
Robert Guillaume is an American stage and television actor. He was born on November 30, 1927, in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. Guillaume worked extensively in stage, television, and film, spanning over 50 years. He is known for his roles in television series, including Soap and its spin-off Benson, and the film The Lion King, where he voiced a character. Guillaume also appeared in the television series Sports Night, playing the role of Isaac Jaffe. He received two Emmy Awards for his work in television. Guillaume was nominated for a Tony Award for his stage work. He passed away on October 24, 2017, at the age of 89.
Career overview
Robert Guillaume began his acting career, which spanned over 50 years. He worked extensively in stage productions, earning a Tony Award nomination. He also appeared in numerous television shows and films, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Guillaume's television career included notable roles in several series. He was known for his portrayal of a character in the TV-series Soap and its spin-off Benson. His voice work in The Lion King added to his impressive resume. In addition to his work in television, Guillaume also appeared in films, although specific details about his filmography are not provided.
Guillaume's acting career was marked by recognition within the television industry. He won two Emmy Awards for his performances. His extensive body of work demonstrates his dedication to the craft of acting.
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Full Filmography
106 titles- Once Upon a Studio (2023) as Rafiki (voice) (archive sound)
- Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age (2021) as Self
- Columbus Circle (2012) as Howard Miles
- Satin (2011) as Doc Bishop
- Waking Sleeping Beauty (2009) as Self (archive footage)
- The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry (2008) as Mr. Barnes
- The Lion King 1½ (2004) as Rafiki (voice)
- Century City (2004) as Judge
- Timon & Pumbaa Virtual Safari 2.0 (2004) as Rafiki (voice) (archive audio)
- Timon & Pumbaa's Virtual Safari 1.5 (2004) as Rafiki (voice) (archive sound)
- Big Fish (2003) as Dr. Bennett (senior)
- The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina (2003) as Ben (voice)
- Unchained Memories: Readings from the Slave Narratives (2003)
- Timon & Pumba's Virtual Safari (2003) as Rafiki (voice) (archive audio)
- 8 Simple Rules (2002) as Cody Grant
- 13th Child (2002) as Riley
- The Proud Family (2001) as Dr. Parker (voice)
- The Land Before Time VIII: The Big Freeze (2001) as Mr. Thicknose (voice)
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Sonny Bridges
- Silicon Towers (1999) as Detective Green
- Sports Night (1998) as Isaac Jaffe
- The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998) as Rafiki (voice)
- His Bodyguard (1998) as Garrett
- Merry Christmas, George Bailey (1997) as Mr. Gower
- Moesha (1996) as Arthur
- Promised Land (1996)
- Spy Hard (1996) as Agent Steve Bishop
- Pandora's Clock (1996) as Ambassador Lee Lancaster
- First Kid (1996) as Wilkes
- Panic in the Skies! (1996) as Rob Barnes
- Lamb Chop's Chanukah and Passover Surprise (1996) as Robert
- Run for the Dream: The Gail Devers Story (1996) as Reverend Devers
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Mr. Brown
- Timon and Pumbaa (1995) as Rafiki (voice)
- Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995) as Narrator (voice)
- Children of the Dust (1995) as Mossburger
- The Lion King (1994) as Rafiki (voice)
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Judge Dawes
- Burke's Law (1994) as Eugene Sayers
- The Making of the Lion King (1994) as Self - Host
- Greyhounds (1994) as Robert Smith
- Cosmic Slop (1994) as Gleason Golightly (segment 'Space Traders')
- Diagnosis: Murder (1993) as Father Morrissey
- Saved by the Bell: The College Years (1993) as Dr. Arthur Hemmings
- The Meteor Man (1993) as Ted Reed
- Jack's Place (1992)
- Fish Police (1992) as Det. Catfish (voice)
- Mastergate (1992) as Senator Sellers
- You Must Remember This (1992) as Uncle Buddy
- Pacific Station (1991) as Bob Ballard
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Pete Fletcher
- Death Warrant (1990) as Hawkins
- Fire and Rain (1990) as Carter
- Lean On Me (1989) as Dr. Frank Napier
- The Robert Guillaume Show (1989) as Edward Sawyer
- Friend to Friend: Armenian Earthquake Relief (1989) as Self
- The Penthouse (1989) as Eugene St. Clair
- The Debbie Allen Special (1989) as Self
- A Different World (1987) as Dean Winston
- A Different World (1987) as Prof. Murphy
- Crossbow (1987)
- Wanted: Dead or Alive (1987) as Philmore Walker
- They Still Call Me Bruce (1987) as V.A. Officer Johnson
- Perry Mason: The Case of the Scandalous Scoundrel (1987) as Harlan Wade
- L.A. Law (1986) as Edward Rollins
- John Grin's Christmas (1986) as John Grin
- John Grin's Christmas (1986) Director
- Passion and Memory (1986) as Host
- North and South (1985) as Frederick Douglass
- Prince Jack (1985) as Martin Luther King
- Jeopardy! (1984) as Self
- The Fantastic World of D.C. Collins (1984) Executive Producer
- Reading Rainbow (1983) as Self - Narrator (voice)
- The Kid with the 200 I.Q. (1983) as Prof. Jason Mills
- The Kid with the 200 I.Q. (1983) Executive Producer
- Hotel (1982)
- Night of 100 Stars (1982) as Self
- Magic with the Stars (1982) as Self - Host
- The Kid with the Broken Halo (1982) as Blake
- Purlie (1981) as Purlie
- Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters (1980) as Self
- Seems Like Old Times (1980) as Fred
- The Donna Summer Special (1980) as An Angel
- Benson (1979) as Benson DuBois
- The Kid from Left Field (1979) as Larry Cooper
- The Love Boat (1977) as Frank Belloque
- The Love Boat (1977) as Allan Curtis
- Soap (1977) as Benson
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- The Jeffersons (1975)
- Good Times (1974)
- Super Fly T.N.T. (1973) as Jordan Gaines
- Sanford and Son (1972)
- S Wonderful, 'S Marvelous, 'S Gershwin (1972) as Self
- Great Performances (1971) as Self
- All in the Family (1971) as Dr. Franklin
- Marcus Welby, M.D. (1969) as Aaron Carothers
- Julia (1968)
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self - Co-Host
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Presenter
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Performer
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self (archive footage)
- The Bob Hope Show (1950) as The Singer
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Nominee
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Robert Guillaume best known for?
Robert Guillaume is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Once Upon a Studio (2023), Cuckoo (2012), The Lion King 1½ (2004), Big Fish (2003).
When and where was Robert Guillaume born?
Robert Guillaume was born on November 30, 1927 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. They passed away on October 24, 2017.
How many credits does Robert Guillaume have?
Robert Guillaume has accumulated over 106 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 2023.
What is Robert Guillaume's background in cinema and television?
Robert Guillaume is an American stage and television actor. He was born on November 30, 1927, in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. Guillaume worked extensively in stage, television, and film, spanning over 50 years. He is known for his roles in television series, including Soap and its spin-off Benson, and the film The Lion Ki...
Robert Guillaume by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Once Upon a Studio (2023) as Rafiki (voice) (archive sound) — aged about 95
- The Lion King (1994) as Rafiki (voice) — aged about 66
- Reading Rainbow (1983) as Self - Narrator (voice) — aged about 55
- Jack's Place (1992) — aged about 64
- Good Times (1974) — aged about 46
- The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990) as Pete Fletcher — aged about 62
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