Jeffrey Wright
| Born | December 7, 1965 |
| Hometown | Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Net worth | $8 million |
| Height | 5'11" (1.80m) |
| Spouse | Carmen Ejogo |
| Children | Elijah Wright |
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25 actors who played multiple roles on the same show
- From Mark Ruffalo's "I Know This Much Is True" to Jenna Ortega on "Wednesday," here are TV stars who took on more than one part.
Videos
How 'Asteroid City’s' Cast Interprets That Cryptic Line From Wes Anderson’s New Film
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MOVIES & TV SHOWS
AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
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| 2024 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy | American Fiction (film) | Nominated |
| 2024 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture | American Fiction (film) | Nominated |
| 2024 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role | American Fiction (film) | Nominated |
| 2024 | Academy Award | Actor in a Leading Role | American Fiction (film) | Nominated |
| 2020 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series | Westworld | Nominated |
More Stories
- EntertainmentBlavity
Beyoncé?Threatens Trump Campaign With Cease-And-Desist After Using Her Song ‘Freedom’ In Video
Beyoncé has threatened a cease-and-desist after Donald Trump‘s campaign used her Lemonade-era song “Freedom” in a video. According to Rolling Stone, Beyoncé said the song, which features Kendrick Lamar, was used without her permission in a clip showing Trump’s arrival in Michigan. On Tuesday, Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Trump’s campaign, posted the video on X, formerly… Continue reading Beyoncé Threatens Trump Campaign With Cease-And-Desist After Using Her Song ‘Freedom’ In Video
- CelebrityRolling Stone
Beyoncé Threatens Cease-and-Desist Over Trump Campaign’s ‘Freedom’ Video
The former president did not receive permission to use the Lemonade song in 13-second video posted by Trump's spokesperson, Rolling Stone has learned
- EntertainmentLA Times
20 years ago at the Emmys: A clean sweep for 'Angels in America'
There's no such thing as a sure thing in awards season — but, in 2004, HBO's 'Angels in America' sure came close.
- EntertainmentThe Hollywood Reporter
What Kamala Harris and Donald Trump’s Music Choices Reveal About Each Campaign
Two days after Kamala Harris launched her presidential campaign — before the smoke cleared from the sitting U.S. president’s re-election bid and Democrats nationwide had wrapped their heads around the party’s new trajectory — the headlines surrounding the party’s fledgling candidate were less about policy and platform and more about Beyoncé. The pop superstar had …
- EntertainmentDeadline
Mickey Guyton, Jason Isbell And James Taylor To Perform On Democratic National Convention’s First Night
Mickey Guyton, Jason Isbell and James Taylor will perform at the Democratic National Convention this evening. Taylor practiced You’ve Got A Friend in the afternoon to a largely empty United Center arena. His rehearsal came about a half hour before President Joe Biden did a walk through of the stage, in advance of his speech, …
- CelebrityVariety
DNC: Jeffrey Wright Narrating Kamala Harris Video to Premiere on First Night (EXCLUSIVE)
Jeffrey Wright is the latest celebrity to show his support for Kamala Harris at the 2024 Democratic National Convention. The Oscar-nominated actor is narrating a video about the vice president that will premiere Monday evening during the first night of the DNC. The video, which also features Beyonce’s “Freedom,” will be played in the United …
- EntertainmentCinemaBlend
3 Ways I Relate To Jeffrey Wright's Character In American Fiction As A Black Author, And 2 Ways That I Don't
American Fiction speaks to me as a Black author. Here's why I relate to the main character...and also why I don't.
- EntertainmentDeadline
‘The Last Of Us’ Season 2: Everything We Know So Far
Updated with latest: First-look footage at Catherine’ O’Hara’s mysterious role in The Last of Us has arrived, and it also shows Jeffrey Wright and Isabela Merced in character. In the year-plus since The Last of Us became a Max hit series with Season 1 debuting on the streamer January 15, 2023, the second season has gone full steam ahead …
- EntertainmentThe Wrap
‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Teases Catherine O’Hara in Tear-Filled First Look | Video
The "Schitt's Creek" star will appear in an undisclosed role The post ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Teases Catherine O’Hara in Tear-Filled First Look | Video appeared first on TheWrap.
- EntertainmentIndiewire
‘The Last of Us’ First S2 Footage Debuts in HBO’s Max Sizzle Reel
First looks at "The White Lotus" Season 3 and "It" prequel series "Welcome to Derry" debuted as well.
