Spencer Williams (1893 - 1969)

Born:
July 14, 1893 in Vidalia, Louisiana, USA

Died:
December 13, 1969(age 76)

About:
Spencer Williams was an African American actor and filmmaker. He was best known for playing Andy in the Amos 'n Andy television show and for directing the 1941 race film The Blood of Jesus. Williams was a pioneer African-American film producer and director.