Paul Whiteman — King of Jazz Character Profile

About Paul Whiteman

Central figure and bandleader of the revue. Featured prominently throughout the film, including a cartoon sequence where he hunts in Africa and is crowned King of Jazz after a coconut hits his head. He also stirs the Melting Pot of Music finale.

Paul Whiteman — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Paul Whiteman

Appears in

King of Jazz (1930)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (1)

• Paul Whiteman — Alliance Co-Performer — Automobile Owner ('Springtime') / Rear End of Horse / Charles (Slim Summerville)

  Fellow entertainers sharing the revue stage

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