Leon Russell

Leon Russell, born Claude Russell Bridges, was an American musician and songwriter who was involved with numerous bestselling pop music records during his 60-year career. His genres included pop, country, rock, folk, gospel, bluegrass, rhythm and blues, folk rock, blues rock, surf, standards, and Tulsa Sound.

Leon Russell is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 25 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Dolly Parton & Friends: Love Always Live (2009), Saturday Night Live (1975), Late Night with David Letterman (1982), The One Show (2006), Later... with Jools Holland (1992), Austin City Limits (1975), Solid Gold (1980), CMT Crossroads (2002). The recorded credits span 1964 to 2021, including 16 movies and 9 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.