Ken Page

Ken Page

Deceased · Born: Jan 20, 1954 · Died: Sep 30, 2024

Personal Details

BornJan 20, 1954 St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Parents
  • Gloria
  • Garvin Gilstrap

Biography

Ken Page was a renowned African-American actor, whose impressive career spanned multiple mediums, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.

He is perhaps most notably recognized for his iconic voice role as Oogie Boogie in the beloved Disney animated feature, The Nightmare Before Christmas, as well as its various spin-offs and video games, including the popular Kingdom Hearts franchise.

Beyond his work in animation, Page also made a significant impact in live-action films and stage productions, showcasing his versatility as a performer. Some of his notable credits include All Dogs Go to Heaven, The Little Mermaid, and Little Shop of Horrors.

Career

2006
Dreamgirls
Dreamgirls as Max Washington
2004
Great Performances
Great Performances as Performer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'")
2003
Great Performances
Great Performances as Old Deuteronomy (segment "Cats")
1998
Cats
Cats as Old Deuteronomy
1994
I'll Do Anything
I'll Do Anything as Hair Person
1993
The Nightmare Before Christmas
The Nightmare Before Christmas as Oogie Boogie (voice)
1990
1989
Disneyland
Disneyland as Mayor Warren
All Dogs Go to Heaven
All Dogs Go to Heaven as King Gator (voice)
1988
1987
Sable
Sable as Joe Tyson