Philip Bailey
Known for: Acting
Philip James Bailey (born May 8, 1951) is an American singer, songwriter and percussionist, best known as an early member and one of the two lead singers (along with group founder Maurice White) of the band Earth, Wind & Fire. Noted for his four-octave vocal range and distinctive falsetto register, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame as a member of Earth, Wind & Fire. He was also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame for his work with the band. Earth, Wind, & Fire were awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 7080 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California.
Filmography
Series
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Self
2014
Series
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Self - Musical Guest
2003
Series
Matlock
Bobby Thomas
1986
Series
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Self - Musical Guest
2003
Film
Full Metal Jacket
Parris Island Recruit and Vietnam Platoon
1987
Series
CMT Crossroads
Self
2002
Series
VERZUZ
Self [Earth, Wind & Fire]
2020
Film
Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)
Self
2026
Series
Mr. Robinson
Philip Bailey
2015
Film
K-Pops!
Earth, Wind & Fire
2026
Series
MADtv
Self
1995
Film
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
Earth, Wind & Fire
1978
Film
FireAid Benefit Concert
Self (Earth, Wind & Fire)
2025
Film
Star!
Singing Soldier (uncredited)
1968
Film
The Sensational Shocking Wonderful Wacky 70's
Self - Earth, Wind & Fire
1980
Film
That's the Way of the World
Band Member (uncredited)
1975
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The Grammys
Self
1959
Film
An Evening of Fourplay
Himself - Vocals
1993
Film
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2020 Inductions
Self
2020
Film
Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire - Live at the Greek Theatre
2005
Film
A Grammy Salute to Earth, Wind & Fire Live: The 21st Night of September
Self
2025
Film
Earth, Wind & Fire: Live at Montreux
lead vocals, percussion
1997
Film
Earth Wind & Fire: Shining Stars
self
2001
Film
Earth, Wind & Fire in Concert
Vocals
1982
Film
Earth, Wind & Fire
Himself
2004
Film
Phil Collins - Best Video Collection 1981-2004
self
2006