Ben Vereen
| Born | October 10, 1946 |
| Hometown | Laurinburg, North Carolina, United States |
| Net worth | $2 million |
| Height | 5'8" (1.73m) |
| Spouse | Nancy Bruner, Andrea Townsley |
| Children | Karon Davis |
| Parents | Pauline Vereen, James Vereen, Essie May Pearson |
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Ben Vereen Reflects on His 50-Year Career in Hollywood (Exclusive)
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| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
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| 1985 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by An Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made | Ellis Island | Nominated |
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