
Billy Preston
Acting
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.
Born: September 2, 1946 · Houston, Texas, USA
Filmography (25)

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music
2025
Actor: Self (archive foot…

Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan
2023
Actor: Self (archive foot…

The Beatles: Get Back - The Rooftop Concert
2022
Actor: Self (archive foot…

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The Beatles: Get Back
2021
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The Derby Stallion
2005
Actor: Will GentryOriginal Music Composer

Eric Clapton: Sessions for Robert J
2004
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Genius. A Night for Ray Charles
2004
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Concert for George
2003
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Eric Clapton: One More Car One More Rider
2001
Actor: Self - Hammond B-3…

Ticker
2001
Actor: Blues Band Organ

Blues Brothers 2000
1998
Actor: The Louisiana Gato…

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Classic Albums
1997
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The Compleat Beatles
1982
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Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
1978
Actor: Sgt. Pepper

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Donny & Marie
1976
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Saturday Night Live
1975
Actor: Self - Musical Gue…

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Les Rendez-vous du dimanche
1975
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Dinah!
1974
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Rock Concert
1973
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Musikladen
1972
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The Midnight Special
1972
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The Concert for Bangladesh
1972
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Let It Be
1970
Actor: Self (uncredited)

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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962
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The Mike Douglas Show
1961
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