Nat King Cole

Nathaniel Adams Coles (March 17, 1919 – February 15, 1965), known professionally as Nat King Cole, was an American jazz pianist and vocalist. He recorded over one hundred songs that became hits on the pop charts. His trio was the model for small jazz ensembles that followed.

Cole also acted in films and on television and performed on Broadway. He was the first African American man to host an American television series.

Nat King Cole is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 27 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes The Harlem Renaissance (2004), Piano Blues (2003), China Gate (1957), What's My Line? (1950), The Jack Benny Program (1950), The Ed Sullivan Show (1948), The Danny Kaye Show (1963), Startime (1959). The recorded credits span 1943 to 2023, including 19 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.