Best Known For:The film The Black Godfather
Breakthrough:Founded Sussex Records, launching the careers of artists like Bill Withers in 1969
10 Quick Facts About Clarence Avant
- Full Name: Clarence Avant
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Businessperson
- Known For: The film The Black Godfather
- Current Role: Entertainment executive
- Date of Birth: February 25, 1931
- Age: 95 years old
- Place of Birth: Climax, North Carolina
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Jacqueline Avant
Clarence Avant Age
Clarence Avant is about 95 years old as of 2026. Clarence Avant was born in 1931.
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Career & Work
Clarence Avant's career includes business leadership roles with Motown Records and Sussex Records.
Organization: Motown Records
Role: Chairman of the Board
Period: 1993
Organization: Sussex Records
Role: Founder
Period: 1969–1975
Rise to Fame
Clarence Avant rose to prominence for his role in the film The Black Godfather.
Notable Works
- Film: The Black Godfather (Subject, 2019) — Documentary
Awards & Achievements
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ahmet Ertegun Award — Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Clarence Avant Net Worth
Clarence Avant's net worth is estimated to be between 50000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a Businessperson.
Clarence Avant Family & Relationships
Clarence Avant is widowed. He has 2 children, Nicole Avant and Alex Avant.
- Mother: Gertrude Avant
- Children:
- Nicole Avant (1968)
- Alex Avant (1971)
Personal Information
- Full Name: Clarence Avant
- Popular As: The Godfather of Black Music
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Businessperson
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: February 25, 1931
- Age: 95
- Birthday: February 25
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: Climax, North Carolina
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Mother: Gertrude Avant
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Jacqueline Avant
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
- Source of Income: Business
Related Biographies
- Jacqueline Avant (Spouse • Wife)
- Nicole Avant (Child • Daughter)
