Overview
John Zinga, a descendent of slaves, has an ancient medallion around his neck and a fragment of song passed down generations. He is an English dockworker with a magnificent voice and a yearning to learn his roots.
| Actor | Age then | Age now | |
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 | 38 | January 23, 1976 (77) | |
 | 32 | July 15, 2003 (99) | |
| 49 | June 17, 1957 (69) | |
| 30 | January 1, 1965 (59) | |
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| 39 | September 23, 1957 (60) | |
 | 72 | December 10, 1947 (83) | |
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