Bill Cosby
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).
Career Journey
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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1937
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