Clarence Clemons

Clarence Clemons

Deceased · Born: Jan 11, 1942 · Died: Jun 18, 2011

Personal Details

BornJan 11, 1942 Norfolk, Virginia, USA
Spouse
  • Victoria Alexandrovna

    ( Aug 8, 2008 to Jun 18, 2011 )
  • Yanhong Hong Meng

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Elizabeth Connell-Barr

    ( Aug 5, 2000 to Nov 15, 2001 )
  • Christina Eleonora Paula Sandgren

    ( Sep 24, 1981 to Dec 23, 2024 )
  • Jacqueline Brinkley

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
  • Thelma Virginia Reid
  • Clarence Anicholas Clemons Sr.
Relatives
  • Geraldine Rose Clemons (Sibling)
  • William Melvon Clemons (Sibling)
  • Jake Clemons (Niece or Nephew)

Biography

Clarence Clemons, affectionately known to fans as The Big Man, is a multifaceted American talent, exceling as both a musician and actor. Born on January 11, 1942, in Norfolk, Virginia, Clemons has been a vital component of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band since 1972, showcasing his exceptional saxophone skills.

In addition to his work with Springsteen, Clemons has released several solo albums and enjoyed a significant amount of success as a solo artist. His 1985 duet with Jackson Browne, "You're a Friend of Mine," became a hit single, and he has also collaborated with other notable musicians, including Aretha Franklin, Twisted Sister, The Grateful Dead, and Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band.

As an actor, Clemons has made appearances in various films, such as New York, New York and Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, as well as in several television shows, including Diff'rent Strokes, Nash Bridges, The Simpsons, and The Wire. In 2009, Clemons co-authored his autobiography, Big Man: Real Life & Tall Tales, with his friend and television writer Don Reo.

Career

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2019
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1999
Swing
Swing as Jack
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The Simpsons
The Simpsons as Narrator (voice)
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1998
Blues Brothers 2000
Blues Brothers 2000 as The Louisiana Gator Boys
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1993
Fatal Instinct
Fatal Instinct as Clarence
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1990
The Flash
The Flash as Darrell Hennings
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1989
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure as The Three Most Important People In The World
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1977
New York, New York
New York, New York as Cecil Powell
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2016
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2015
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2013
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2010
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2009
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2007
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2005
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{"id":85253,"title":"Bruce Springsteen: Video Anthology 1978-1988","year":"2001","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/bruce-springsteen-video-anthology-1978-1988","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_85253.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_85253.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
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2000
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1995
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1990