William Warfield | |
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 Portrait of William Warfield by Carl Van Vechten, 1954 | |
| Born | William Caesar Warfield January 22, 1920 West Helena, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Died | August 25, 2002 (aged 82) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Education | Eastman School of Music (B.M. 1942, M.M. 1946) |
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| Spouse | Leontyne Price |
William Caesar Warfield (January 22, 1920 – August 25, 2002) was an American concert bass-baritone, known for his appearances in stage productions, Hollywood films, and television programs. A prominent African American artist during the Civil Rights era, he worked with many notable artists, represented the United States during foreign tours, taught at academic institutions, and earned numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award in 1984.