Questlove American Singer From Philadelphia
Questlove · drummer and disc jockey · American
Known for
Biography
Questlove is an American singer born on 20 January 1971 in Philadelphia. He belongs to The Philadelphia Experiment.
Early life
Questlove was educated at Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts and Settlement Music School.
Career
He also appears as a member of The Roots. Listed genres include hip-hop and neo soul. His instruments include drum kit. His 11 screen credits include Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016) and Someone Great (2019).
Recognition
In 2022, he won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film for Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised). He has also won the Time 100 (2022). Awards come to 2 wins and one nomination in total.
Groups and bands
- The Philadelphia Experiment
- The Roots
Awards and nominations
2 won, 1 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film | Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) | Won |
| 2022 | Time 100 | Won | |
| 2022 | Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film | Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) | Nominated |
Filmography
11 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs That's the Weight of the World) | Director | Film |
| 2025 | Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music | Director | Film |
| 2024 | Camden | TV series | |
| 2024 | Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) | Director | Film |
| 2021 | Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) | Director | Film |
| 2019 | Someone Great | Film | |
| 2016 | Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping | Film | |
| 2015 | Amy | Film | |
| 2013 | In the Woods | Film | |
| 2012 | Bad 25 | Film | |
| 2004 | Fade to Black | Film |
Personal life
He studied at Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts and Settlement Music School.
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Questlove?
Questlove is 55 years old, born on 20 January 1971 in Philadelphia.
What is Questlove known for?
Questlove is known as a member of The Philadelphia Experiment.
What is Questlove’s nationality?
Questlove is American, born in Philadelphia.
Has Questlove won any awards?
Yes. 2 awards are on record, including Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film (2022) for Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q263024), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Jason Melcher · CC BY 2.0
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