Biography
Raiford Chatman "Ossie" Davis (December 18, 1917 – February 4, 2005) was an American actor, director, writer, and activist. He may be best known for his roles in Spike Lee-directed films such as School Daze (1988) and Do the Right Thing (1989). Other films Davis acted in include The Hill (1965), A Man Called Adam (1966), Let's Do It Again (1975), Joe Versus the Volcano (1990), Grumpy Old Men (1993), The Client (1994), Dr. Dolittle (1998), Dinosaur (2000), and Bubba Ho-Tep (2002). He was married to Ruby Dee, with whom he frequently performed, from 1948 until his death.
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Known For
Filmography
Acting Credits (146)
Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues
Self (archive footage)
2022
Folk Britannia
Self (archival footage)
2006
The Peace!
Self
2005
Deacons for Defense
Reverend 'Rev' Gregory
2005
The History Makers: Success
Self
2005
