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Samuel E. Wright

Performer

Samuel E. Wright

Samuel E. Wright

Performer

Samuel E. Wright, a two-time Tony nominee also known for his voice work as Sebastian the Crab in the animated film The Little Mermaid, died May 24. He was 74.

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Born: Nov 20, 1948 in Camden, SC, USA
Death: May 24, 2021 in Walden, NY, USA

Roles (10)

	The Lion King (1997) Opened Nov 13, 1997	as Mufasa (Original)
	Mule Bone (1991) Opened Feb 14, 1991	as Mayor Joe Clark (Original)
	Welcome to the Club (1989) Opened Apr 13, 1989	as Bruce Aiken (Original)
	The Tap Dance Kid (1983) Opened Dec 21, 1983	as William (Original)
	Pippin (1972) Opened Oct 23, 1972	as Leading Player (Replacement)		Arrived on Nov 30, 1974
	Over Here! (1974) Opened Mar 6, 1974	as Sam (Original)
	Two Gentlemen of Verona (1971) Opened Dec 1, 1971	as Valentine (Replacement)		Arrived on Nov 28, 1972
	Jesus Christ Superstar (1971) Opened Oct 12, 1971	as Reporter (Original) as Leper (Original) as Apostle (Original)

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Awards

Tony Award
1998	Best Featured Actor in a Musical	The Lion King	Nominee
1984	Best Featured Actor in a Musical	The Tap Dance Kid	Nominee

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