Bill Cosby

Bill Cosby

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William Henry Cosby Jr. is an American former comedian, actor, and media personality. Often deemed a trailblazer for African Americans in the entertainment industry, Cosby was a film, television, and stand-up comedy star, with his longest-running live-action role being that of Cliff Huxtable in the sitcom The Cosby Show (1984–1992).

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Lifespan
1937 – Present
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20
Influenced By
7
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Background

Born in
Philadelphia
Educated at
University of Massachusetts AmherstTemple UniversityGermantown High School
Awards
🏆 Presidential Medal of Freedom🏆 Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor🏆 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

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