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Obba Babatundé

Obba Babatundé

Born:1. desember 1951

Place of Birth:Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Obba Babatundé, born on December 1, 1951, is a versatile American actor renowned for his captivating performances on both stage and screen. He garnered critical acclaim for his Emmy-nominated role in the television movie "Miss Evers' Boys," a NAACP Image Award-nominated performance in "Introducing Dorothy Dandridge," and a Tony Award nomination for his portrayal of C.C. White in the original Broadway production of "Dreamgirls."

A true protege of the legendary Sammy Davis, Jr., Babatundé's talents extend far beyond acting. He is a multifaceted artist who excels in dancing, singing, playing instruments, and executing spot-on impersonations, including a remarkable portrayal of Davis himself. Their shared energy, size, and talent have drawn comparisons, with Babatundé even stepping into Davis's shoes for the title role in "Sammy: Once in a Lifetime" at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego.

In collaboration with writer/producer Ruth Adkins Robinson, Babatundé delved into TV projects in the early 2000s, exploring the rich history of African Americans in entertainment with documentaries like "TV in Black: The First 50 Years" and "Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty." His range on screen is evident in his portrayals of authoritative figures, from a high school principal on "Dawson's Creek" to a judge on "Any Day Now" and a father figure on "Half & Half." He has also graced the big screen in roles such as Dean Cain in "How High" and Willie Long in "Life."

Babatundé's television repertoire includes memorable appearances on shows like "Friends," "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," "Chicago Hope," and "Static Shock," showcasing his versatility as an actor. Beyond his on-screen work, he has demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language, incorporating this skill into various roles, including a stint on "NYPD Blue."

Apart from his acting prowess, Babatundé is also a talented musician, having collaborated with New York pianist Onaje Allan Gumbs on the album "Sack Full of Dreams" in 2007. Additionally, he is an avid horseman, earning recognition as a skilled rider and trainer in the Rodeo Circuit, notably participating in the annual Bill Pickett Rodeo.

Obba Babatundé's illustrious career is a testament to his artistic versatility and dedication to his craft, solidifying his status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry. His ability to seamlessly transition between stage and screen roles, coupled with his diverse skill set, continues to captivate audiences and cement his legacy as a multifaceted talent in the world of acting.

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John Q

John Q

Sgt. Moody

2002

John Quincy Archibald is a father and husband whose son is diagnosed with an enlarged heart and then finds out he cannot receive a transplant because HMO insurance will not cover it. Therefore, he decides to take a hospital full of patients hostage until the hospital puts his son's name on the donor's list.
Philadelphia

Philadelphia

Jerome Green

1993

Two competing lawyers join forces to sue a prestigious law firm for AIDS discrimination. As their unlikely friendship develops their courage overcomes the prejudice and corruption of their powerful adversaries.
Life

Life

Willie Long

1999

Two men in 1930s Mississippi become friends after being sentenced to life in prison together for a crime they did not commit.
How High

How High

Dean Carl Cain

2001

Multi-platinum rap superstars Redman and Method Man star as Jamal and Silas, two regular guys who smoke something magical, ace their college entrance exams and wind up at Harvard. Ivy League ways are strange but Silas and Jamal take it in a stride -- until their supply of supernatural smoke runs dry. That's when they have to start living by their wits and rely on their natural resources to make the grade.
The Eye

The Eye

Dr. Haskins

2008

Violinist Sydney Wells was accidentally blinded by her sister Helen when she was five years old. She submits to a cornea transplantation, and while recovering from the operation, she realizes that she is seeing dead people.
That Thing You Do!

That Thing You Do!

Lamarr

1996

A Pennsylvania band scores a hit in 1964 and rides the star-making machinery as long as it can, with lots of help from its manager.
The Manchurian Candidate

The Manchurian Candidate

Senator Wells

2004

Years after his squad was ambushed during the Gulf War, Major Ben Marco finds himself having terrible nightmares. He begins to doubt that his fellow squad-mate Sergeant Raymond Shaw, now a vice-presidential candidate, is the hero he remembers him being. As Marco's doubts deepen, Shaw's political power grows, and, when Marco finds a mysterious implant embedded in his back, the memory of what really happened begins to return.
Multiplicity

Multiplicity

Paul

1996

Construction worker Doug Kinney finds that the pressures of his working life, combined with his duties to his wife Laura and daughter Jennifer leaves him with little time for himself. However, he is approached by geneticist Dr. Owen Leeds, who offers Doug a rather unusual solution to his problems: cloning.
The Net

The Net

FBI Agent

1995

Angela Bennett is a freelance computer systems analyst who tracks down software viruses. At night she hooks up to the internet and chats to others 'surfing the net'. While de-bugging a new high-tech game for a cyber friend, she comes across a top secret program and becomes the target of a mysterious organization who will stop at nothing to erase her identity and her existence, in order to protect the project.
Necronomicon

Necronomicon

Paul

1993

H.P. Lovecraft anthology is divided into four segments: "The Library" which is the wraparound segment involving Lovecraft's research into the Book of The Dead and his unwitting release of a monster and his writing of the following horror segments "The Drowned", "The Cold", and "Whispers".
The Cherokee Kid

The Cherokee Kid

Isom Dart

1996

Isaih Turner didn’t want to be a hero-all he wanted was revenge. Orphaned when both his parents were cruelly murdered by the wealthy and powerful Cyrus Bloomington, the young Isaiah grew up with one air in mind: to find the man who killed his folks and take him down.
Black Dynamite

Black Dynamite

Osiris

2009

This is the story of 1970s African-American action legend Black Dynamite. The Man killed his brother, pumped heroin into local orphanages, and flooded the ghetto with adulterated malt liquor. Black Dynamite was the one hero willing to fight The Man all the way from the blood-soaked city streets to the hallowed halls of the Honky House.

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