Introduction
John Singleton was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer who made a significant contribution to the film industry. He was born on January 6, 1968, in Los Angeles, California, and passed away on April 28, 2019, at the age of 51. Singleton was the first African-American to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director for his debut film, “Boyz n the Hood.” In this blog post, we will take a look at his biography, movies directed, personal life, and net worth.
Biography
Early Life
John Singleton was born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, California. He attended Blair High School in Pasadena and later went to the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Film and Television Production in 1990.
Career
Singleton’s career began with his debut film, “Boyz n the Hood,” which he wrote and directed in 1991. The film was a critical and commercial success and earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Director. He went on to direct several other films, including “Poetic Justice” (1993), “Higher Learning” (1995), “Shaft” (2000), and “Four Brothers” (2005). Singleton also worked in television, directing episodes of shows like “Empire,” “American Crime Story,” and “Billions.”
Movies Directed
Boyz n the Hood (1991)
“Boyz n the Hood” is a coming-of-age drama that follows the lives of three young men growing up in South Central Los Angeles. The film stars Cuba Gooding Jr., Ice Cube, and Laurence Fishburne and was a critical and commercial success.
Poetic Justice (1993)
“Poetic Justice” is a romantic drama that stars Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur. The film follows the story of a young woman who goes on a road trip with her friend to deliver hair products and meets a man who changes her life.
Personal Life
Children
John Singleton had seven children from different relationships. His eldest child is Justice Singleton, who was born in 1992.
TV Show
Singleton created and produced the crime drama series “Snowfall,” which premiered on FX in 2017. The show is set in 1980s Los Angeles and explores the crack cocaine epidemic.
Net Worth
Estimation
At the time of his death, John Singleton’s net worth was estimated to be around $35 million. He earned his wealth through his successful career in the film and television industry.
Legacy
John Singleton’s legacy in the film industry will continue to live on through his work. He was a trailblazer for African-American filmmakers and paved the way for future generations. His contributions to cinema will never be forgotten.
