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| Born | August 20, 1942 |
| Hometown | Covington, Tennessee, United States of America |
| Net worth | $12 million |
| Height | 6'0" (1.82m) |
| Spouse | Adjowa Hayes (m 2005 - 2009) , Emily Ruth Watson (m 1965 - 1972) |
| Children | Isaac Hayes III |
| Parents | Isaac Hayes, Sr. , Eula Hayes |
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Jim Stewart, co-founder with his sister Estelle Axton of Stax Records, the epicentre of Southern Soul – obituary
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AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture | Hustle & Flow | Nominated |
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