Quick Facts
Born:
1945-11-02
Birthplace:
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Credits:
15 Total Roles
JD Souther
Acting
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Biography
John David Souther was an American singer-songwriter and actor, well-known for having (co-)written hit songs recorded by Linda Ronstadt and the Eagles. Some of his hits for the Eagles include "Best of My Love", "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight", and "New Kid in Town." Souther recorded two major hit songs in his solo career: "You're Only Lonely" (1979) and "Her Town Too" (1981), a duet with longtime friend, James Taylor.
Known For
Always
The Singer
My Girl 2
Jeffrey Pommeroy
Postcards from the Edge
Ted
Nashville
Watty White
Purgatory
Brooks / Jesse James
History of the Eagles
Self
Austin City Limits
Self
Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night
Self - Backing Vocals/Guitar
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Lost Angel: The Genius of Judee Sill MOVIE | Self - Judee's Boyfriend, Singer • Songwriter |
| 2020 | Laurel Canyon TV | Self |
| 2017 | Roy Orbison: Black and White Night 30 MOVIE | Self |
| 2014 | ACL Presents: Americana Music Festival 2014 MOVIE | Self |
| 2013 | History of the Eagles TV | Self |
| 2012 | Nashville TV | Watty White |
| 2012 | Deadline MOVIE | Lucas Harper |
| 2002 | The Pennsylvania Miners' Story MOVIE | Dennis 'Harpo' Hall |
| 1999 | Purgatory MOVIE | Brooks / Jesse James |
| 1998 | How to Make the Cruelest Month MOVIE | Uncle Jerry |