Honor Roll

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Creadel "Red" Jones

Achievement: 
Singer
Bio: 

Creadel "Red" Jones (September 26, 1940-1994) - Jones was one of the founding members of the Chi-Lites, famous for hits like "Oh Girl" and "Have You Seen Her."

CPS Schools Attended: 
Shakespeare Elementary
Hyde Park High School

Mel Torme

Recognized Achievement: 
Grammy Winner
Bio: 

Mel Torme (September 13, 1925-1999) - Torme was a prolific songwriter, performer and actor with over 250 songs to his credit and dozens of movie and television appearances. He co-wrote The Christmas Song, one of the most beloved Christmas songs of all time as recorded by Nat King Cole (who is also an alumnus of CPS).

CPS Schools Attended: 
Shakespeare School
Hyde Park Academy High School

Michael Clark Duncan

Michael Clark Duncan

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Achievement: 
Actor
Bio: 

Michael Clark Duncan (December 10, 1957 - Present) - Duncan began his acting career in earnest in the mid 1990’s. Most famous for his Oscar nominated turn in the Green Mile, Duncan has been a steady presences on television and the big screen ever since. Credits include, The Whole Nine Yards, The Scorpion King, Daredevil, Sin City, Talladega Nights, Kung Fu Panda, and Street Fighter.

CPS Schools Attended: 
Shakespeare Elementary
King High School