Carl Lee (actor) facts for kids

Carl Lee (born Carl Vincent Canegata; November 22, 1926 – April 17, 1986) was a talented American actor. He was known for his roles in many films and TV shows. Carl's father was the famous actor and boxer, Canada Lee.

About Carl Lee's Life

Carl Lee started acting when he was young. At 16, he appeared in a TV show called American Inventory. He played a student at Tuskegee Institute. His father, Canada Lee, also starred in that episode.

Carl Lee made his first movie appearance in Human Desire in 1954. He later appeared in the film version of The Connection in 1961.

Notable Film Roles

Carl Lee acted in several important films. He was in A Man Called Adam (1966). In this movie, he worked alongside famous actors like Sammy Davis, Jr. and Cicely Tyson.

He also appeared in Superfly (1972) with Ron O'Neal. Another film he was known for was The Landlord (1970).

His Impact as an Actor

Carl Lee was a very respected actor in New York City. Filmmaker James Toback once said that Carl Lee was seen as a "hip-black-actor icon." This meant he was a role model for many people who loved cool and modern art. He was seen as a very influential figure in the acting world.

Carl Lee's Acting Work

Carl Lee had a busy career in both movies and television.

Films Carl Lee Appeared In

• Human Desire (1954) as John Thurston
• The Connection (1961) as Cowboy
• The Cool World (1964) as Priest
• A Man Called Adam (1966)
• Portrait of Jason (1967, off-screen voice)
• The Landlord (1970) as Carl
• Pound (1970) as Thief
• Werewolves on Wheels (1971)
• Super Fly (1972) as Eddie
• Gordon's War (1973) as Bee Bishop
• Exposed (1983) as Duke (his last film role)

Television Shows Carl Lee Appeared In

• The Nurses (1963) as Lonnie Hill
• The Defenders (1965) as Philip Dunning
• Caribe (1975) as Haines
• Mannix (1975) as Ginger
• Barbary Coast (1975) as Currier
• Serpico (1976) as Carothers
• Good Times (1977) as Ray Woods
• Keeping On (1981) as Davis