Billy Preston

Billy Preston

Known For

Acting

Born

September 2, 1946

Died

June 6, 2006 (aged 59)

Birthplace

Houston, Texas, USA

Biography

William Everett Preston was an American musician, whose work encompassed R&B, rock, soul, funk, and gospel. Preston was a top session keyboardist in the 1960s, during which he backed artists such as Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, Everly Brothers, Reverend James Cleveland, The Rolling Stones, and the Beatles.