Clarence Williams III
American actor
- Born
- 21 August 1939Nueva York
- Died
- 4 June 2021aged 81 · Los Ángeles, California
- Nationality
USA - Star sign
- Leo
- Years active
- 1984–2018
Known for
About Clarence Williams III
Clarence Williams III was an American actor. They were born on 21 August 1939 in Nueva York. Their career spanned 8 titles, among them Lee Daniels' The Butler (2013), American Gangster (2007) and Life (1999).
Their career in figures
The earliest credit MovieNCo has for Clarence Williams III is Purple Rain (1984); in all, 8 films over 34 years. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is Lee Daniels' The Butler (2013), with 64 votes. Their busiest decade is the 2000s, with 3 titles. The person they have worked with most is Cuba Gooding Jr., on 2 films, among them Lee Daniels' The Butler and American Gangster.
Latest work
Full filmography (8)- 2018
- 2013
- 2007
- 2003
The Extreme Team
Zachary
- 2000
- 1999
- 1999
- 1984
Where to watch Clarence Williams III
Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.
- 2013
- 2007
- 1999
- 2000
- 1984
- 2018
Availability checked on 9 November 2026.
The best Clarence Williams III films
By MovieNCo readers' ratings.
- American Gangster 2007
- Life 1999
- Lee Daniels' The Butler 2013
Family and relationships
- Spouses
- Gloria Foster 1967–1984
Has worked with
Questions about Clarence Williams III
Where was Clarence Williams III born?
Clarence Williams III was born on 21 August 1939 in Nueva York.
When did Clarence Williams III die?
Clarence Williams III died on 4 June 2021, aged 81. They died in Los Ángeles, California.
Who has Clarence Williams III been married to?
Clarence Williams III was married to Gloria Foster (1967–1984).
What are the best Clarence Williams III films?
By MovieNCo readers' ratings, the best Clarence Williams III films are American Gangster (2007, 8.2), Life (1999, 6.3) and Lee Daniels' The Butler (2013, 4.7).
How many films and TV shows has Clarence Williams III been in?
MovieNCo lists 8 films for Clarence Williams III, from Purple Rain (1984) to What we left behind: Looking back at star trek: deep space nine (2018).
What is Clarence Williams III's star sign?
Clarence Williams III was a Leo: born on 21 August.
Page reviewed on 29 April 2016.