Billy Preston

Born:September 2, 1946

Place of Birth:Houston, Texas, USA

Died:June 6, 2006

Known For:Acting

Biography

William Everett Preston was an American musician, whose work encompassed R&B, rock, soul, funk, and gospel. Preston was a top session keyboardist in the 1960s, during which he backed artists such as Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, Everly Brothers, Reverend James Cleveland, The Rolling Stones, and the Beatles.

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Billy Preston
Billy Preston

Filmography

Acting

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Blues Brothers 2000

The Louisiana Gator Boys

1998

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Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Self

2025

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Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

Sgt. Pepper

1978

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