Don Cornelius
Donald Cortez "Don" Cornelius (September 27, 1936 – February 1,
2012) was an American television show host and producer who was best known as
the creator of the nationally syndicated dance/music franchise Soul
Train, which he hosted from 1971 until 1993. Cornelius sold the show to MadVision Entertainment in 2008.
2012) was an American television show host and producer who was best known as
the creator of the nationally syndicated dance/music franchise Soul
Train, which he hosted from 1971 until 1993. Cornelius sold the show to MadVision Entertainment in 2008.
What is Soul Train?
Soul Train is an American musical Variety show that aired in syndication
from 1971 to 2006. In its 35-year history, the show primarily featured
performances by R&B, soul, and hip hop artists, although funk, jazz, disco, and gospel artists have also appeared. The series was created by Don Cornelius, who also served as its first host
and executive producer.
from 1971 to 2006. In its 35-year history, the show primarily featured
performances by R&B, soul, and hip hop artists, although funk, jazz, disco, and gospel artists have also appeared. The series was created by Don Cornelius, who also served as its first host
and executive producer.