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Reuben Cannon (born February 11, 1946) is an American film producer and casting director. Cannon was the first black casting director in Hollywood; he was the head of television casting for Warner Brothers from 1977 to 1978, and started his own casting agency in 1978 (Reuben Cannon & Associates).
Reuben Cannon was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1946. He attended Southeast City College. Cannon worked at Universal Studios from 1970 to 1978, eventually becoming a casting director. He also was the head of television casting for Warner Brothers from 1977 to 1978.
- Producer
- February 11, 1946
- Reuben Cannon
Jul 14, 2023 · Reuben Cannon came to L.A. with a one-way ticket, $500, and no connections. When he was down to $28, he got an entry-level job that was a foot in the door…
- Javen Cannon
- Reuben Cannon
- Gabriel Cannon
- Caleb Cannon
Nick’s younger brother Javen attended Howard University before embarking on a career as a writer and producer. He previously served as a production assistant for Nick’s show Wild 'n Out before becoming a recurring cast member from season 13 to season 16. Recently, he has worked as a radio host, which he regularly posts about on Instagram. In additi...
While Nick has focused mainly on acting and hosting, his brother Reuben has created a career in music. In fact, Reuben previously credited Nick’s ex-wife Mariah Carey for helping him get his start in the industry. "I've known Mariah for so long, and she is the mother of my niece and nephew. She is a great mother and she is a great person," Reuben t...
Like his brother Reuben, Gabriel has forged a career in the music industry. Though his Instagram account is private, he has released various singleson Apple Music, including the single “Bow My Head” with his brother Reuben. Speaking with Rapzilla in 2017, Gabriel spoke candidly about growing up with his famous brother. While he admitted that he “id...
Unlike his brothers, Caleb Cannon isn’t in the spotlight as much. As a result, little is known about his personal life. However, he does share various glimpses of his family on Instagram, including one photo from September 2022 as they celebrated Nick’s birthday.
- Kelsie Gibson
Reuben Cannon. Casting Director: The Color Purple. Reuben Cannon was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1946. He attended Southeast City College. Cannon worked at Universal Studios from 1970 to 1978, eventually becoming a casting director.
- February 11, 1946
Apr 25, 2001 · Reuben Cannon. Producer and casting director Reuben Cannon was born on February 11, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in the Harold I. Ickes housing projects and attended Southeast City College. Wanting to move into the entertainment industry, Cannon decided to try his luck in California.
Jun 7, 2024 · Reuben Cannon earned his place in Hollywood. From delivering mail to becoming a top casting director and producer, he’s an inspiration to everyone. He played a big role in promoting diversity and inclusion.
