Al Matthews
Biography
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.'
75years old at death
- Born Brooklyn
- Died Orihuela
- Star sign: ScorpioLast day of the sign, on the Sagittarius cusp
- Also credited as Alexander Basil Matthews
Movie Career
- Films
- 6
- Career span
- 23 years1980 to 2003
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Beyond film
Matthews had a music career before film, scoring a UK Singles Chart hit in 1975 with "Fool", which reached number 16 that fall.
Al Matthews movies on Netflix
Best known for
The films on Netflix they are best known for, with the part played in each.
Most often with
Seven actors appear in two of them each. Pick a number on the chart or a name in the list to see the films they share.
Films together
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Bill Paxton's page
Mark Rolston's page
William Hope's page
Jenette Goldstein's page
Also two films together1 more actor
- Carrie HennSuperior Firepower: Making 'Aliens' (2003) and Aliens (1986)
When several people share the same number of films, the ones with the most films on Netflix are in the chart.
Awards
One award and honor.
| Year | Award | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other honors | |||
| Purple Heart | Won | ||
Online
Official profiles and reference pages.