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Al Matthews

Al Matthews

Birthday: 1942-11-21 | Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Al Matthews (6' | 1.83 m) born on November 21, 1942 (Scorpio) in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA is a Folk singer and musical performer who worked professionally while living in England. He later turned to acting, but continues to write and sing. Matthews is noted for having made two significant historical firsts. While on combat duty during the Vietnam War, Matthews became the first black Marine to be meritoriously promoted to the rank of Sergeant (E-5). Williams was also the first "black voice" on England's national station, 'Radio 1.' Al Matthews passed away on September 22, 2018 in Alicante, Spain, two months away from what would have been his 76th birthday on November 21. He never married and left no survivors.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

1997
The Apocalypse Watch

as    Wesley Sorenson

1986
Aliens

as    Sergeant Apone

1982
The Sender

as    Vietnam Veteran

1980
Rough Cut

as    Ferguson

1977
The Butterfly Ball

as    Himself