Dewey 'Pigmeat' Markham
Dewey "Pigmeat" Markham was an African American entertainer. Though best known as a comedian, Markham was also a singer, dancer, and actor. His nickname came from a stage routine, in which he declared himself to be "Sweet Poppa Pigmeat". He was sometimes credited in films as Pigmeat "Alamo" Markham.
He is also known for his 1968 single "Here Comes the Judge", which is often considered to be the earliest hip hop record.
Born
Apr 18, 1904
Durham, North Carolina, USA
Died
Dec 13, 1981
Known For
Acting
Movies
12 acting
1 crew
Popularity
0.1
Known For
Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
2021
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as Self (archive footage)
★ 7.6
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