John Singleton

Date of Birth: January 6, 1968

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Date of Death: April 28, 2019

Biography

John Daniel Singleton was an American director, screenwriter, and producer known for his impactful contributions to the film industry, particularly in portraying African American culture and issues. Born in Los Angeles, California, Singleton made a historic debut with his film “Boyz n the Hood” in 1991, which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Director, making him the first African American and the youngest person ever to be nominated in that category at the age of 24. Over his career, Singleton directed several notable films including “Poetic Justice,” “Higher Learning,” “Shaft,” and “Baby Boy.” He also worked in television, directing episodes for popular series such as “Empire” and “American Crime Story.” Singleton’s work has been praised for its authentic representation of urban life and its focus on social and racial issues.

5 Interesting Facts about John Singleton

1. John Singleton was the first African American nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director.

2. He was also the youngest person ever to be nominated for the Best Director Oscar at the age of 24.

3. Singleton’s film “Boyz n the Hood” was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in 2002.

4. He directed the music video for Michael Jackson’s hit song “Remember the Time.”

5. Singleton was a graduate of the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Singleton

1. “I really took filmmaking very seriously… It was always my dream.”

2. “The best way to make movies is to make them with your friends.”

3. “I think the more you expose people to different cultures, the more they understand and the more they know about each other.”

4. “I’m a filmmaker, not a politician.”

5. “I want to have a body of work that represents a new generation.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, John Singleton’s net worth was estimated to be around $35 million.

Children

John Singleton had seven children: Justice Maya Singleton, Maasai Mohandas Singleton, Cleopatra Singleton, Hadar Busia-Singleton, Selenesol Singleton, Isis Singleton, and Seven Singleton.