Jorma Kaukonen
Also known as Jefferson Airplane, Jorma Ludwik Kaukonen, Jr., Jorma Ludwik Kaukonen Jr.
Jorma Kaukonen, born December 23, 1940 in Washington, D.C., is an American actor known for his appearances in documentary films. Kaukonen, also recognized as a musician under the names Jorma Ludwik Kaukonen, Jr.
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Jorma Kaukonen, born December 23, 1940 in Washington, D.C., is an American actor known for his appearances in documentary films. Kaukonen, also recognized as a musician under the names Jorma Ludwik Kaukonen, Jr. and as a member of Jefferson Airplane, has made notable contributions to cinema.
Kaukonen's filmography includes two significant documentary appearances. In 1970, he was featured as himself in the iconic music documentary "Gimme Shelter," which chronicled the ill-fated Altamont Free Concert headlined by The Rolling Stones. Kaukonen's second notable film appearance was in "Stamping Ground" (1971), where he again portrayed himself alongside his band, Jefferson Airplane.
While Kaukonen's acting roles are limited, his presence in these influential documentaries has provided audiences…
