Fat Boy: The Billy Stewart Story

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2020 / 57min.

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Genres

Documentary

Music

Synopsis

From piano player to famous R&B balladeer, mastering word-doubling and scatting throughout his songs and performances, Billy Stewart had a style that was untouchable. His hits include the original “I Do Love You” and his masterful remake of the Gershwin tune “Summertime”.

Directors

Beverly Lindsay-Johnson

Actors

Charlie Neal

Darnea Samuels

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