Billy Preston
Biography
William Everett Preston was an American musician, whose work encompassed R&B, rock, soul, funk, and gospel. Preston was a top session keyboardist in the 1960s, during which he backed artists such as Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, Everly Brothers, Reverend James Cleveland, The Rolling Stones, and the Beatles.
Known For
Acting Career
- 2005
The Derby Stallion
As: Will Gentry
- 2001
Ticker
As: Blues Band Organ
- 1998
Blues Brothers 2000
As: The Louisiana Gator Boys
- 1990
The Kingdom Chums - Original Top Ten
As: Marvelous Mose (voice)
- 1984
Blame It on the Night
As: Billy Preston
- 1978
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
As: Sgt. Pepper
- 1958
St. Louis Blues
As: Will Handy as a Boy