John Roger Stephens aka John Legend, known more for his accomplishments in music, made his first on-screen appearance with a song performance in ‘Sesame Street’ (2006).
He played a supporting role in musical comedy ‘Soul Men’ (2008), and was part of the documentary-feature film ‘The People Speak’ (2009). Legend was judge on reality music show ‘Duets’ (2012).
He lent his voice in ‘The Savoy King’ (2012), and co-starred and performed soundtrack of comedy ‘La La Land’ (2016). Legend was the producer of ‘Southside with You.’ He provided title role’s voice, and was executive producer-singer for the short animated film ‘Crow: The Legend’ (2017), which won numerous accolades.
Legend portrayed ‘Jesus’ in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert’ (2018). He was a coach on ‘The Voice’ (2019) wherein he and his artist won the show. In 2020, he was producer for fantasy film ‘Jingle Jangle,’ and executive producer for documentary film ‘A Crime on the Bayou.’ He provided voice for ‘The Mitchells vs the Machines’ (2021).
Legend appeared as himself in several TV series. He starred in Christmas special ‘A Legendary Christmas with John & Chrissy’ (2018).
A Bollywood-esque romantic comedy musical, La La Land tells the tale of an aspiring actress and a jazz pianist, who fall in love while pursuing their dreams in sunny Los Angeles, but their success threatens to tear them apart.
Floyd and Louis were the country's most illustrious musical duos till they broke up and vowed to never see each other again. However, twenty years later, they are invited to pay a musical tribute at the Apollo Theatre honoring their late band leader. They just have five days to offer an olive branch before they take the stage.
In order to restore his reputation, Zach goes on a road trip along with his crew in order to complete a series of high-profile celebrity interviews.
John Legend Awards
| Selma | Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song | 2015 |
| Selma | Best Original Song - Motion Picture | 2015 |
| Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert | Outstanding Variety Special (Live) | 2018 |
| Winner | Best R&B Album | 2021 |
| Winner | Best Rap/Sung Performance | 2020 |
| Selma | Best Song Written for Visual Media | 2016 |
| Winner | Best R&B Album | 2011 |
| Winner | Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance | 2011 |
| Winner | Best R&B Song | 2011 |
| Winner | Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals | 2009 |
| Winner | Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group | 2007 |
| Winner | Best Male R&B Vocal Performance | 2007 |
| Winner | Best New Artist | 2006 |
| Winner | Best R&B Album | 2006 |
| Winner | Best Male R&B Vocal Performance | 2006 |
| John Legend: Surefire | Best Fight Against the System | 2017 |
