Abbey Lincoln

Anna Marie Wooldridge, known professionally as Abbey Lincoln, was an American jazz vocalist, songwriter, and actress. She was a civil rights activist beginning in the 1960s. Lincoln made a career not only out of delivering deeply felt presentations of standards but writing and singing her own material.

Abbey Lincoln is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 18 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat (2024), Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021), 70 Years of Youth Revolt (2020), Great Performances (1971), Mission: Impossible (1966), American Playhouse (1982), All in the Family (1971), The Oscars (1953). The recorded credits span 1953 to 2024, including 10 movies and 8 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.