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John Lewis, an actor of extraordinary talent, stands at the pinnacle of his craft. With an entertainment career spanning decades, he has firmly established himself as a leading figure in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark on both the big and small screens.
A consummate actor, John has seamlessly transitioned between various roles, showcasing his remarkable versatility and dedication to his craft. Whether portraying complex characters in intense dramas, delivering pitch-perfect performances in unique thrillers, or immersing himself in the skin of memorable characters in action films, John's ability to breathe life into every role is respected by peers and filmmakers alike.
In addition to his leading roles, John is celebrated for his strong supporting performances, where he consistently elevates the production with his magnetic presence and exceptional professionalism. His commitment to authenticity and his knack for capturing the essence of each character have earned him accolades and admiration from peers and audiences.
But John's artistic journey doesn't end in front of the camera. He has also made significant contributions as a producer, collaborating with some of Hollywood's most prestigious studios and esteemed directors to bring compelling stories to the screen. His passion for storytelling and his dedication to producing thought-provoking and socially relevant films have established him as a visionary force in the industry.
Beyond his acting and film production achievements, John Lewis possesses a multifaceted background that adds depth and dimension to his artistic persona. He is not only a talented musician and singer-songwriter, drawing inspiration from musical legends like Queen and Prince, but also a former mixed martial arts champion and a veteran of world-class fighting organizations like the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Extreme Fighting.
This unique blend of experiences, from the stage to the ring, from music to martial arts, has shaped John into a truly exceptional creative force. He brings the depth of a life fully lived, with its struggles, triumphs, and a profound understanding of the human condition, to every role he takes on.
In every aspect of his artistic journey, whether through the chords of a guitar, the lines of a script, or his domination in the cage, John Lewis invites you to feel, understand, and connect. Dive into his body of work, and you'll discover more than an actor; you'll find a friend, a storyteller, a producer, a musician, and a human being unafraid to speak his truth through the captivating tapestry of his talents.- Writer
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Lewis John Carlino was born on 1 January 1932 in New York City, New York, USA. He was a writer and director, known for The Great Santini (1979), The Mechanic (2011) and Mechanic: Resurrection (2016). He was married to Jill Denise Chadwick and Natelle Lamkin. He died on 17 June 2020 in Whidbey Island, Washington, USA.- Actor
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John Wes Lewis is known for All of Something (2018), Pandora's Box: Unleashing Evil (2016) and 8th Round Pick(2020) (2020).- John Lewis was born in 1954. He died on 21 November 2020 in England, UK.
- John L. Lewis was born in Iowa in 1880. His parents were Welsh immigrants, and his father got a job in the coal mines. He was soon blacklisted by mine owners for protesting the terrible working conditions under which miners labored for little pay and no benefits. Lewis dropped out of grammar school to go to work in the mines, and in 1906 he was appointed a delegate of the United Mine Workers union. In that capacity he traveled to dozens of mine operations around the country and got to see first-hand just how bad life for the average miner really was, and it was an image he carried with him for the rest of his life. In 1918 he became Vice President of the UMW, and two years later he was President. Mine owners who were used to intimidating and bullying timid union leaders--very often foreigners who were ill-educated and from countries where standing up to authority usually got you killed--got a big surprise when they had to deal with Lewis. He was not one to be bullied, took no guff from anyone, had a will of iron--once he staked out a position or a condition there was no power on earth that could move him from it--and he could go head to head with them on just about any issue and turn out to be even more knowledgeable about it than they were. His peak power came with the New Deal of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, whom Lewis had strongly supported (on the other hand, he despised Roosevelt's VP, John Nance Garner, calling him an "evil old man").
In 1935 Lewis took the UMW out of the American Federation of Labor (AFL) group and started the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO), mainly because he wanted to unionize unskilled labor and the AFL was only interested in the skilled trades. Lewis' efforts were quite successful, especially in Detroit, where after strikes and sit-down actions he managed to unionize many of Detroit's auto workers.
Lewis and Roosevelt split in 1938, when Lewis was in the midst of negotiations with the steel industry. He was expecting Roosevelt's help during the negotiations and didn't get it. Enraged, lhe put his union's backing behind Roosevelt's opponent in the next Presidential election, Wendell Willkie, promising that if Wilkie wasn't elected, he would resign as UMW president. Roosvelt won the 1940 election, and Lewis stepped down.
During World War II Lewis' union struck the coal mines several times, and Lewis even pulled his miners out of the pits altogether on several occasions. The government responded by taking over the mines and fining Lewis and the union more than $2 million for ignoring court orders to return to work.
Lewis retired as president of the UMW in 1959. The last few years of his tenure there were somewhat acrimonious, with several factions accusing him of "selling out" by agreeing to allow automation in the mines, but Lewis saw that the days of coal as a major energy source were ending. UMW membership was dropping as mines were consolidating and in some cases even closing, and oil, gas and even nuclear power had begun replacing coal in many industries.
His almost 40-year reign as president of the United Mine Workers union had resulted in vast improvements in the lives of mine workers. When he took over the union in 1920, the average pay of a miner was $6.00 a day. Miners who were injured at work were promptly fired and had to fend for themselves, there was no such thing as vacations, no sick pay, no pension, working conditions were atrocious--explosions and cave-ins killed and injured thousands of miners annually because companies would not spend money on adequate safety precautions--and workers had virtually no rights (the infamous "company store" system designed to keep workes permanently indebted to their employer originated in the mining industry). When Lewis left in 1960, the average wage had risen to more than $20 a day and miners had some of the best medical coverage, pension system and benefits of any industry in the country.
John L. Lewis died in Washington, DC, in 1989. - John Lewis was born on 21 February 1940 in Troy, Alabama, USA. He was married to Lillian Miles. He died on 17 July 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
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John Lewis Parker is known for Million Dollar Mystery (1987), One Fine Day (1996) and Tin Cup (1996).- Composer
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John Lewis was born on 3 May 1920 in LaGrange, Illinois, USA. He was a composer, known for Brotherhood of Death (1976), Bird (1988) and Cut Throat City (2020). He was married to Mirjana Vrbanic. He died on 29 March 2001 in New York City, New York, USA.- Lewis John Allen is known for Call Me Crazy: A Five Film (2013).
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- John R. Lewis is known for Bad Signs, Mystery in the Keys (2017) and CBS Cares (2000). He has been married to Jan since 17 June 2001.
- John Lewis is known for BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (1950), Brass Monkey (1948) and No Blade of Grass (1970).
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John Lewis Puff is known for Lone Star (2010), Bid for Love (2022) and Natural Hair the Movie (2019).- Stunts
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- John Wes Lewis is known for A Haunting (2005).
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John Lewis is known for Madame Michelle (2019).- Composer
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John Lewis & Modern Jazz Quartet is known for No Sun in Venice (1957).- Actor
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John Lewis is an Emmy award-winning writer who began his career by writing and producing commercials and videos for clients such as Saturn Corporation. He went on to write and produce the hit branded TV medical series 'Vital Signs' and 'Minds of Medicine.'
Produced in Chicago, Detroit and Philadelphia, John helped to make both shows a successful venture as many episodes were rated number #1 in their time slot often beating out syndicated shows and even Major League Baseball's World Series. John was nominated for an Emmy for his role as a producer in Chicago and went on to win two Emmys in Philadelphia - one for producing and one for writing.
John has penned 8 screenplays, 4 sketch comedy revues, an original TV pilot, a spec teleplay of the current hit show 'The Office', and even a treatment for a feature film to begin production this summer. His screenplays have placed in competitions held by Austin Film Festival, Slamdance, Fade In Magazine and Writer's Digest. Just recently, John finished two spec scripts that he co-wrote with former 'Full House' star Dave Coulier. John resides in Los Angeles.- Composer
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John Lewis is known for Fly (2012) and Et Si Tu Disparaissais (2009).