Sam Moore

Sam Moore

Acting
Born 1935-10-12 - Died 2025-01-10Miami, Florida, USA

Biography

Sam Moore, born on October 12, 1935, was an American R&B and soul singer best known as one half of the iconic duo Sam & Dave. Raised in Miami, Florida, Moore's powerful and emotive voice became a hallmark of the duo's sound. With partner Dave Prater, they achieved tremendous success in the 1960s, producing hits like "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Comin'." Despite personal and professional challenges, Moore's solo career thrived in the 1970s, marked by his Grammy-winning rendition of "Soul Man" with Lou Reed. Known for his dynamic stage presence, Moore's influence extends beyond his chart-topping hits, making him a respected figure in the history of soul music. A Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Sam Moore's enduring talent and contributions to the soul genre continue to inspire generations of musicians and fans alike.

Movies (21)

Blues Brothers 2000
5.3

Blues Brothers 2000

1998Movie5.3
Tapeheads
5.4

Tapeheads

1988Movie5.4
One Trick Pony
5.5

One Trick Pony

1980Movie5.5
Only the Strong Survive
7.0

Only the Strong Survive

2002Movie7.0
The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts
7.9

The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts

2009Movie7.9
Sounds of Memphis
9.5

Sounds of Memphis

2002Movie9.5
Later Presents... The Beautiful South in Concert

Later Presents... The Beautiful South in Concert

1997Movie
Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It
10.0

Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It

2026Movie10.0
An All-Star Salute to Lee Greenwood
10.0

An All-Star Salute to Lee Greenwood

2023Movie10.0
Night at the Golden Eagle
4.8

Night at the Golden Eagle

2002Movie4.8
Martha Reeves - Legends in Concert

Martha Reeves - Legends in Concert

2004Movie
Soul Collection: Back to Stax

Soul Collection: Back to Stax

2002Movie
Live Performance From The Platters
7.0

Live Performance From The Platters

2008Movie7.0
All My Friends - Celebrating the Songs & Voice of Gregg Allman
4.0

All My Friends - Celebrating the Songs & Voice of Gregg Allman

2014Movie4.0
Bad Company | The Official Authorized 40th Anniversary Documentary
5.0

Bad Company | The Official Authorized 40th Anniversary Documentary

2014Movie5.0
Stax/Volt Revue Live In Norway 1967
10.0

Stax/Volt Revue Live In Norway 1967

2007Movie10.0
Still Playin' Possum: Music and Memories of George Jones

Still Playin' Possum: Music and Memories of George Jones

2023Movie
Stax, le label soul légendaire

Stax, le label soul légendaire

2019Movie
Rhythm and Blues 40: A Soul Spectacular
10.0

Rhythm and Blues 40: A Soul Spectacular

2001Movie10.0
Classic Soul at the BBC
6.0

Classic Soul at the BBC

2007Movie6.0
Sam Moore & The London Community Gospel Choir

Sam Moore & The London Community Gospel Choir

2004Movie

TV Shows (5)

The Mike Douglas Show
5.8

The Mike Douglas Show

1961Series5.8
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
7.3

Late Night with Conan O'Brien

1993Series7.3
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
5.4

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

1992Series5.4
Great Performances
6.1

Great Performances

1971Series6.1
Tales of the City
7.7

Tales of the City

1993Series7.7