Paul Robeson
Awards & Honours
4
Awards Won
4
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
3
Records
Paul Robeson stands as a monumental figure in American history, celebrated for his unique ability to excel in sports, law, theater, and music simultaneously. He was the first African American to earn a consensus All-American football honor and the first black man to star in a major motion picture. His vocal range and cultural impact have been recognized by institutions worldwide, from the Soviet Union's highest peace award to the United States' National Medal of Arts. His legacy is not just in the art he created but in the courage he showed in standing up for human rights when the world was watching closely.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
National Medal of Arts
Posthumous award recognizing his contributions to American culture.
Lenin Peace Prize
Awarded for his advocacy for peace and civil rights.
Rutgers University Hall of Fame
Induction for his athletic and academic achievements.
NAACP Hall of Fame
Induction for his lifelong dedication to civil rights.
Rankings & Lists
100 Most Important Figures of the 20th Century
Greatest Singers of All Time
Magazine Covers
Time Magazine
1942-05-11
Paul Robeson: A Cultural Icon
Ebony Magazine
1945-06-01
The Voice of the People
Records & Feats
First Black Consensus All-American Football Player
Robeson became the first African American to be named a consensus All-American in football while at Rutgers.
First Black Star in Major Motion Picture
He was the first black man to star in a major motion picture with The Emperor Jones.
Vocal Range Record
Recognized by Guinness World Records for his exceptional bass-baritone vocal range.