Dewey 'Pigmeat' Markham
Birthday: 1904-04-18 | Place of Birth: Durham, North Carolina, USADewey "Pigmeat" Markham was an African American entertainer. Though best known as a comedian, Markham was also a singer, dancer, and actor. His nickname came from a stage routine, in which he declared himself to be "Sweet Poppa Pigmeat". He was sometimes credited in films as Pigmeat "Alamo" Markham. He is also known for his 1968 single "Here Comes the Judge", which is often considered to be the earliest hip hop record.
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Known For
Acting
Year
Title
Role
1969
Black Woodstock
as Self
1947
Junction 88
as Piggy
1946
Fight That Ghost
as Pigmeat Markham
