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What was Robert Earl Jones' nickname?

  • Earl Jones

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Earl Jones was Robert Earl Jones' nickname. It was a shortened version of his full name, which he adopted professionally to avoid confusion with another actor named Robert Jones. Jones was a renowned actor known for his deep, resonant voice and powerful stage presence. He is best remembered for his roles in "The Great White Hope," "King Lear," and "Fences," for which he won a Tony Award.
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