Biography
Tom Jones (born Thomas John Woodward, in Trefforest, Pontypridd in Glamorgan, Wales) is a Welsh singer and actor. Sir Thomas John Woodward OBE, known professionally as Tom Jones, began his career began with a string of top-ten hits in the mid-1960s. He has toured regularly, with appearances in Las Vegas. Jones's voice has been described by Stephen Thomas Erlewine of AllMusic as a "full-throated, robust baritone". His performing range has included pop, R&B, show tunes, country, dance, soul and gospel. In 2008, the New York Times called Jones a musical "shape shifter", who could "slide from soulful rasp to pop croon, with a voice as husky as it was pretty". Jones has sold over 100 million records, with 36 Top 40 hits in the UK and 19 in the US, including "It's Not Unusual", "What's New Pussycat", the theme song for the 1965 James Bond film Thunderball, "Green, Green Grass of Home", "Delilah", "She's a Lady", "Kiss" and "Sex Bomb". Jones made his acting debut playing the lead role in the 1979 television film Pleasure Cove. He played himself in Tim Burton's 1996 film Mars Attacks!. In 1970, he received a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy nomination for hosting the television series This Is Tom Jones. In 2012, he played a role in an episode of Playhouse Presents. Jones received a Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1966, an MTV Video Music Award in 1989, as well as two Brit Awards: Best British Male in 2000 and the Outstanding Contribution to Music award in 2003. Jones was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1998 and knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to music in 2005. Jones experienced a resurgence in notability in the 2010s due to his coaching role on the television talent show The Voice UK from 2012 (with the exception of 2016).
Acted in 33
2020s
- 2020
Tom Jones at 80
Movie
2010s
- 2018
20 Years of the Black Eyed Peas
Movie
- 2017
Tom Jones: Live on Soundstage
Movie
- 2016
Tom Jones's 1950s: The Decade That Made Me
presenter
- 2015
- 2014
Under Milk Wood
Captain Cat
- 2012
- 2010
The Rob Brydon Show
TV
Tom Jones at the BBC
Movie
2000s
- 2009
Tom Jones - BBC Sessions - LSO St Lukes
Vocal
Tom Jones - Avo Session Basel (2009-11-09)
Movie
- 2008
Tom Jones Love Songs
Movie
- 2004
Tom Jones: What's New Pussycat? - The Greatest Hits
Movie
Tom Jones 40 Smash Hits
Movie
Tom Jones - Legends in Concert
Movie
- 2003
- 2000
Tom Jones - The Utimate Collection
Movie
1990s
- 1996
- 1992
- 1991
The Ghosts of Oxford Street
Gordon Selfridge
- 1990
Tom Jones – Live At This Moment
Movie
1980s
- 1989
1970s
- 1979
Pleasure Cove
Raymond Gordon
- 1978
- 1971
This Is Tom Jones - What's New Pussycat (1969-1971)
Movie
1950s
- 1959
The Bruce Forsyth Show
TV
No release date
Tom Jones - This Is Tom Jones - Legendary Performers
Movie
King of the Teds
Ron
Sound 3
Appearances111
2020s
- 2026
Queen Elizabeth II: Her Story, Our Century
Self
- 2025
Dinner With Gavin Rossdale
Self · 6 episodes
- 2024
I Can't Give You Anything But Love: The Jimmy McHugh Story
Self
In My Own Words
Self · 1 episode
Prince and His Songs at the BBC
Self (archive footage)
Johnson and Knopfler's Music Legends
Self · 1 episode
60 Songs: BBC Two at 60
Self (archive footage)
- 2023
Willie Nelson 90: Long Story Short
Self
The Coronation Concert
Self
- 2022
Stereophonics Live in Cardiff: We'll Keep a Welcome
Self
- 2021
Isle of Wight Festival 2021
Self
St David's Day at the BBC
Self
- 2020
Die Helene Fischer Show - Meine schönsten Momente
Self (archive footage)
TV Story Superstar
Self (archive footage) · 1 episode
2010s
- 2018
Happy Hour with Olly Murs
Self
Lo Siguiente
Self - Performer · 1 episode
Mel Brooks: Unwrapped
Self
- 2017
Tom Jones and Beverley Knight’s Gospel Christmas
Self - Presenter
- 2016
Die Helene Fischer Show 2016
Self
- 2015
Later ... With Jools Holland : Hootenanny
Self
Michael McIntyre's Big Christmas Show
Self
... Sings Dylan II
Self (archive footage)
- 2014
Zauberhafte Weihnacht im Land der Stillen Nacht
Self · 1 episode
- 2013
- 2012
Welcome to Rockwell - A Night of Legendary Collaborations
Self
The Diamond Jubilee Concert 2012
Self - Performer
Jools Holland: My Life in Music
Self
- 2011
Eric & Ernie: Behind the Scenes
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
2000s
- 2009
Live from Studio Five
Self · 2 episodes
- 2008
Elvis | Viva Las Vegas
Self
- 2007
Concert for Diana
Self
Jerry Lee Lewis: Last Man Standing, Live
Self
- 2006
Burt Sugarman's The Midnight Special: 1976
Self
- 2005
John Farnham & Tom Jones: Together in Concert
Self (Vocals)
The Friday Night Project
Self - Host · 1 episode
- 2004
Tom Jones: Live at Cardiff Castle
Self - Vocals
The Secret Policeman's Ball: The Music Edition
Self
VH1 Divas 2004
Self
Tom Jones: Sincerely Yours
Himself
- 2003
Red, White and Blues
Self
- 2002
Party at the Palace: The Queen's Concerts, Buckingham Palace
Self - Performer
- 2001
A Musical Christmas from the Vatican
Self
We Know Where You Live. Live!
Self
Party in the Park
Self
Tom Jones | Duets by Invitation Only
Self
Top of the Pops: The True Story
Self
- 2000
The Simpsons: America's First Family
Self
Tom Jones and Friends: Live
Self
1990s
- 1999
Agnes Browne
Himself
Tom Jones : An Audience with Tom Jones
Self
- 1998
VH1 Divas
Self -Performer · 1 episode
- 1997
- 1995
The Jerky Boys
Self
- 1994
- 1993
David Foster's Christmas Album
Self
- 1991
Amnesty International's Big 30
Self
1980s
- 1989
Euro Disney Noël
Self
- 1988
- 1987
The Dame Edna Experience
Self · 1 episode
The Grand Knockout Tournament
Self
- 1982
- 1981
- 1980
Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters
Self · 1 episode
Lynda Carter: Encore!
Self
1970s
- 1979
- 1978
Cinderella at the Palace
Self
- 1977
- 1976
- 1975
A Salute to Sir Lew Grade
Self
- 1972
The Special London Bridge Special
Himself
- 1971
Singer Presents Burt Bacharach
Himself
- 1970
1960s
- 1969
This Is Tom Jones
Self - Host · 57 episodes
- 1968
- 1964
- 1963
Ready Steady Go!
Self · 2 episodes
- 1962
