Robert Earl Jones

Robert Earl Jones

Deceased · Born: Feb 3, 1910 · Died: Sep 7, 2006

Personal Details

BornFeb 3, 1910 Senatobia, Mississippi, USA
Spouse
  • Ruth Connolly

  • Jumelle P. Jones

  • Ruth Williams

Relatives
  • Flynn Earl Jones (Grandchild)

Biography

Robert Earl Jones, a renowned actor, took his first breath on February 3, 1910, in the charming town of Senatobia, Mississippi, USA. He would go on to leave an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, with memorable performances in iconic films such as The Sting, released in 1973, Sleepaway Camp, which premiered in 1983, and Witness, a 1985 release.

Throughout his personal life, Jones was married three times to three remarkable women: Ruth Connolly, Jumelle P. Jones, and Ruth Williams. Each of these relationships was a testament to his capacity for love and commitment.

Sadly, Robert Earl Jones' life came to a close on September 7, 2006, in Englewood, New Jersey, USA. Despite his passing, his legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

2012
Sleepaway Camp IV: The Survivor
Sleepaway Camp IV: The Survivor as Ben (archive footage)
1993
1990
1985
Witness
Witness as Custodian
1984
The Cotton Club
The Cotton Club as Stage Door Joe
1983
Trading Places
Trading Places as Attendant
1982
Cold River
Cold River as The Trapper
1974
Cockfighter
Cockfighter as Buford
1973
The Sting
The Sting as Luther Coleman
1964
One Potato, Two Potato
One Potato, Two Potato as William Richards
Wild River
Wild River as Sam Johnson (uncredited)
1959
Odds Against Tomorrow
Odds Against Tomorrow as Jazz Club Patron (uncredited)
1939
Lying Lips
Lying Lips as Detective Wenzer