American Soul

American Soul (2019-2020)

EndedScripted showDrama, Music, History

American Soul tells the inside story of Don Cornelius's "Soul Train", the legendary dance show that defined a generation.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

So Long, Sucker
Season 2Episode 860 min

So Long, Sucker

Soul Train guest host Richard Pryor pushes Tessa to the limit, George presents Don with a tough business decision, and Gerald puts everything on the line to track down Ruby.

Jul 15, 2020

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E08So Long, SuckerJul 15, 2020
S02E07Love Will Keep Us TogetherJul 8, 2020
S02E06Low RiderJul 1, 2020
S02E05Say You Love MeJun 24, 2020
S02E04Lovely DayJun 17, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'American Soul' premiere?

'American Soul' premiered on February 5, 2019.

Who are the main cast members of 'American Soul'?

The main cast members of 'American Soul' are Sinqua Walls, Kelly Price, Jason Dirden, Christopher Jefferson, and Iantha Richardson.

What is the basic premise of 'American Soul'?

'American Soul' is a drama series that tells the story of Don Cornelius and his creation of the popular dance show 'Soul Train'.

Who plays the role of Don Cornelius in 'American Soul'?

Don Cornelius is played by actor Sinqua Walls in 'American Soul'.

What inspired the creation of 'Soul Train'?

'Soul Train' was inspired by an idea that Don Cornelius had after working as a news and sports reporter in Chicago.

What type of music was featured on 'Soul Train'?

'Soul Train' featured a variety of African-American music genres, including soul, R&B, and funk.

What are some of the iconic dance moves that were popularized on 'Soul Train'?

Some of the iconic dance moves that were popularized on 'Soul Train' include the Funky Chicken, the Robot, and the Moonwalk.

What famous musicians made guest appearances on 'Soul Train'?

Numerous famous musicians made guest appearances on 'Soul Train', including Aretha Franklin, James Brown, and Marvin Gaye.

What happened to Don Cornelius in real life?

Don Cornelius committed suicide in 2012.

Who was responsible for continuing 'Soul Train' after Don Cornelius' departure?

'Soul Train' was continued by several different hosts after Don Cornelius' departure, including Shemar Moore and Mystro Clark.

What achievements did 'Soul Train' attain during its run?

'Soul Train' was the longest-running syndicated program featuring African-American music, and it played a significant role in popularizing black music and dance on television.

Cast

Sinqua Walls

Sinqua Walls

plays Don Cornelius
Kelly Price

Kelly Price

plays Brianne Clarke
Jason Dirden

Jason Dirden

plays Gerald Aims
Iantha Richardson

Iantha Richardson

plays Tessa Lauren
Christopher Jefferson

Christopher Jefferson

plays Jeffrey "JT" Tucker
Katlyn Nichol

Katlyn Nichol

plays Simone Clarke
Jelani Winston

Jelani Winston

plays Kendall Clarke
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Characters

Don Cornelius

Don Cornelius

played by Sinqua Walls
Brianne Clarke

Brianne Clarke

played by Kelly Price
Gerald Aims

Gerald Aims

played by Jason Dirden
Tessa Lauren

Tessa Lauren

played by Iantha Richardson
Jeffrey

Jeffrey "JT" Tucker

played by Christopher Jefferson
Simone Clarke

Simone Clarke

played by Katlyn Nichol
Kendall Clarke

Kendall Clarke

played by Jelani Winston
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Also known as

  • Американский соул (Russian Federation)

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