Roy Hawkins

Roy Theodore Hawkins was an American blues singer, pianist, and songwriter. Several of his songs, most notably "The Thrill Is Gone" and his first hit "Why Do Things Happen to Me", were covered by later artists, including Ray Charles, B.B. King, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and Willie Nelson..

Roy Hawkins is known for work in sound across film and television. New Release currently presents 6 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes The Blues (2003), Lost in Translation (2003), Casino (1995), Heaven's Prisoners (1996), When You Comin' Back, Red Ryder? (1979), Christina Aguilera: Back to Basics - Live and Down Under (2008). The recorded credits span 1979 to 2008, including 5 movies and 1 TV show. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.