Person
Jessy Dixon
Acting · 1938–2011 · San Antonio, Texas
Biography
Jessy Dixon (1938–2011) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist known for his dynamic style. Born in Texas, he moved to Chicago, where he was discovered by the "King of Gospel", James Cleveland, who sang & recorded his early songs. He gained fame after performing at the 1972 Newport Jazz Festival and collaborated with Paul Simon for eight years, appearing on several hit albums. Dixon wrote over 200 songs, recorded by artists like Amy Grant and Cher, and released over 20 albums, earning seven Grammy nominations. A regular on Bill Gaither’s Homecoming series, he died of cancer in 2011, leaving a lasting gospel legacy.
Known for
The Legend at Gaither's Pond
Jessy Frogman (voice)
Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song
Self
Homecoming Texas Style
Himself
Canadian Homecoming
Himself
Joy to the World
1996
Freedom Band
2002
Memphis Homecoming
2000
Christmas in the Country
2000
All Day Singing at The Dome
Self
Rock of Ages
2008
Filmography
- 2008Rock of Ages
- 2008A Campfire HomecomingSelf
- 2007Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular SongSelf
- 2006Canadian HomecomingHimself
- 2006Live From TorontoSelf
- 2003The Legend at Gaither's PondJessy Frogman (voice)
- 2002Freedom Band
- 2000Christmas in the Country
- 2000Memphis Homecoming
- 2000Good News
- 1999Sweet Sweet SpiritHimself
- 1998All Day Singing at The DomeSelf
- 1996Homecoming Texas StyleHimself
- 1996Joy to the World
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