Acting

Jessy Dixon

Born 1938-03-12

San Antonio, Texas

Department: Acting

Biography

Jessy Dixon (1938–2011) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist known for his dynamic style. Born in Texas, he moved to Chicago, where he was discovered by the "King of Gospel", James Cleveland, who sang & recorded his early songs. He gained fame after performing at the 1972 Newport Jazz Festival and collaborated with Paul Simon for eight years, appearing on several hit albums. Dixon wrote over 200 songs, recorded by artists like Amy Grant and Cher, and released over 20 albums, earning seven Grammy nominations. A regular on Bill Gaither’s Homecoming series, he died of cancer in 2011, leaving a lasting gospel legacy.

2003

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Filmography & Credits

Complete career catalog (14 titles)

Title	Character / Role	Type	Year
Rock of Ages	Self / Appearance	Movie	2008
A Campfire Homecoming	Self	Movie	2008
Paul Simon and Friends \| The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song	Self	Movie	2007
Canadian Homecoming	Himself	Movie	2006
Live From Toronto	Self	Movie	2006
The Legend at Gaither's Pond	Jessy Frogman (voice)	Movie	2003
Freedom Band	Self / Appearance	Movie	2002
Christmas in the Country	Self / Appearance	Movie	2000
Memphis Homecoming	Self / Appearance	Movie	2000
Good News	Self / Appearance	Movie	2000
Sweet Sweet Spirit	Himself	Movie	1999
All Day Singing at The Dome	Self	Movie	1998
Homecoming Texas Style	Himself	Movie	1996
Joy to the World	Self / Appearance	Movie	1996