Read a detailed introduction to the life and career of the actor and singer. Includes related links.

Read FBI documents describing a security investigation of the singer-actor, Paul Robeson, who was affiliated with the Communist Party.

Encyclopedic extract about this American singer, actor, and athlete. With selected links, articles, and news headlines.

Transcript from The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer about the pioneering African-American actor. A RealAudio version of the discussion is offered.