Sean Levert

R&B singer-songwriter and actor

Sean Levert - R&B singer-songwriter and actor
Born

September 28th, 1968
56 years ago

Died

2008
17 years ago — 40 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An R&B singer-songwriter and actor, he gained prominence in the 1990s through both music and television. As a member of the successful group LeVert, significant contributions were made to the R&B genre, leading to multiple chart-topping hits. Also appeared in the television series 'The New Edition Story' which highlighted the rise of the R&B group New Edition. The musical style combined elements of soul and funk, achieving substantial recognition during the peak years of R&B.

Member of the R&B group LeVert

Appeared in 'The New Edition Story'

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