Jessy Dixon
Known for Acting · 14 credits
- Born
- 1938-03-12
- Died
- 2011-09-26
- Place of birth
- San Antonio, Texas
Biography
Jessy Dixon (1938–2011) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist known for his dynamic style. Born in Texas, he moved to Chicago, where he was discovered by the "King of Gospel", James Cleveland, who sang & recorded his early songs. He gained fame after performing at the 1972 Newport Jazz Festival and collaborated with Paul Simon for eight years, appearing on several hit albums. Dixon wrote over 200 songs, recorded by artists like Amy Grant and Cher, and released over 20 albums, earning seven Grammy nominations. A regular on Bill Gaither’s Homecoming series, he died of cancer in 2011, leaving a lasting gospel legacy.
Known For
Movies (14)
Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song
2007
as Self
Freedom Band
2002
All Day Singing at The Dome
1998
as Self
Homecoming Texas Style
1996
as Himself
A Campfire Homecoming
2008
as Self
Canadian Homecoming
2006
as Himself
Memphis Homecoming
2000
Sweet Sweet Spirit
1999
as Himself
Christmas in the Country
2000
Live From Toronto
2006
as Self
The Legend at Gaither's Pond
2003
as Jessy Frogman (voice)
Joy to the World
1996
Good News
2000
Rock of Ages
2008
About Jessy Dixon
Jessy Dixon (1938–2011) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist known for his dynamic style. Born in Texas, he moved to Chicago, where he was discovered by the "King of Gospel", James Cleveland, who sang & recorded his early songs. He gained fame after performing at the 1972 Newport Jazz Festival and collaborated with Paul Simon for eight years, appearing on several hit albums. Dixon wrote over 200 songs, recorded by artists like Amy Grant and Cher, and released over 20 albums, earning seven Grammy nominations. A regular on Bill… With 14 credits spanning from 1996 to 2008, Jessy Dixon has appeared in 14 films and 0 TV shows.
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Most Popular Jessy Dixon Movies
- Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song (2007) — as Self
- Freedom Band (2002)
- All Day Singing at The Dome (1998) — as Self
- Homecoming Texas Style (1996) — as Himself
- A Campfire Homecoming (2008) — as Self
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