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Leon Preston Robinson (born March 8, 1962), usually credited as simply Leon, is an American actor who began professional acting as a film actor in the early 1980s. He is best known for his roles as J.T. Matthews in the 1991 Robert Townsend film The Five Heartbeats, Derice Bannock in the 1993 film Cool Runnings, Shep in the 1994 basketball drama film Above the Rim, singer David Ruffin in the 1998 NBC miniseries The Temptations, and Little Richard in the 2000 film Little Richard.
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Career
[edit]Leon appeared in a 1989 episode of the NBC series Midnight Caller, in which he played an athlete who falls victim to crack cocaine. He also co-starred in the 1989 ABC miniseries The Women of Brewster Place, as the boyfriend of a suburbanite (played by Robin Givens). He was cast as Saint Martin de Porres in Madonna's controversial 1989 music video "Like a Prayer".
Leon's early film roles included a football teammate of Tom Cruise in All the Right Moves (1983) as Shadow Nading, and the Notre Dame-bound basketball-playing co-worker of Matt Dillon, in The Flamingo Kid (1984).[2] He co-starred in the Michael Mann-produced Tri-Star Pictures film Band of the Hand, as well as the "Killer Bee" in the Dennis Hopper-directed gang film Colors, starring Sean Penn and Robert Duvall. After his exposure in the 1989 video for the song "Like a Prayer" by Madonna, he played a leading role in the 1993 Disney film Cool Runnings. That same year, he co-starred as John Lithgow's henchman in Renny Harlin's Cliffhanger and followed with a turn as a disillusioned ex-jock in New Line Cinema's Above the Rim (1994). Leon also appeared as Lela Rochon's married lover in 1995's Waiting to Exhale directed by Forest Whitaker and starring Whitney Houston. He had a starring role in the Merchant/Ivory produced movie Side Streets with Rosario Dawson. He produced as well as starred in the 1997 romantic drama The Price of Kissing with TV star Pauley Perrette. He also starred in the movie Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored, directed by Tim Reid and winner of Best Picture at the NAACP Image Awards.
Leon has received critical acclaim[by whom?] for his portrayal of three singers: David Ruffin in the 1998 NBC miniseries The Temptations, Little Richard in the self-titled 2000 NBC movie biography, and JT in the 20th Century Fox movie The Five Heartbeats, directed by Robert Townsend. Leon received an Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Little Richard. During this period, he joined the ensemble cast of two TV series, playing the popular Jefferson Keane on HBO's first series, Oz, and as Lawrence Hill on Showtime's Resurrection Blvd.. He co-starred as "Stoney", best friend of Joaquin Phoenix, in Miramax's military drama Buffalo Soldiers and had an uncredited role as "Joseph 13 X" in Michael Mann's award-winning biopic, Ali, starring Will Smith.
Leon briefly hosted his own late-night talk show, The L-Bow Room, on BET.
In 2008, he starred in the 20th Century Fox thriller Cover, directed by Bill Duke, and starred alongside Danny Masterson and Dominique Swain in the indie comedy The Brooklyn Heist, directed by Julian Mark Kheel.
In 2009, AOL Black Voices voted Leon one of the Sexiest Actors of All Time.[citation needed]
Between 2013 and 2014, he appeared in four movies, the romantic comedy I Really Hate My Ex, written and directed by Troy Beyer; the southern drama Soul Ties, based on the book by Tee Austin; the indie rock/drama 37; and the romantic drama And Then There Was You with Garcelle Beauvais.
Theater
[edit]In theater, Leon has headlined three national tours, with sold-out performances at Hollywood's Kodak Theatre, NYC's Beacon Theatre, Detroit's Fox Theater, Washington, DC's Warner Theater. These tours were of Friends and Lovers (2005), based on Eric Jerome Dickey's New York Times bestselling book; of 3 Ways to Get A Husband (2009 and 2010), as a soldier returning from Iraq, co-starring Billy Dee Williams; and the revival of Why Do Good Girls Like Bad Boys (2012).
Music
[edit]Leon is the lead vocalist and songwriter of the band Leon and the Peoples. In 2007, he received an International Reggae and World Music Award nomination for the band's debut CD, The Road Less Traveled. He won Best International Artist at the Joe Higgs Reggae Awards. He completed a 36 city US tour with reggae greats Beres Hammond and Marcia Griffiths, titled the "For The Love Of It Tour". He was a frequent guest on Beres Hammond's 2008 and 2010 North American tours. He headlined NYC's Central Park 2010 and 2013 AIDS Walk concerts. Other performances include the 2011 Aspen Jazz Festival, 2012 Catalpa NYC Music Festival, New Orleans Music Festival, Chicago's Festival Of Life, Reggae on River, Jamaica's Rebel Salute, and BET's popular 106 & Park.
Leon and the Peoples' single "Love Is A Beautiful Thing'" was featured on the BET/Centric TV show Culture List, which premiered on July 21, 2013. The band's second album, Love Is A Beautiful Thing, was released on the Spectra Music label on July 20, 2018, with the title track debuting at No. 3 on Billboard's Hot Singles Chart, and the next single, "Beautiful" appearing on the same chart at No. 12.
Personal life
[edit]Leon was previously in a relationship with model, actress, and reality television personality Cynthia Bailey, with whom he shares a daughter. He is an honorary member of Phi Beta Sigma fraternity.[3]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | All the Right Moves | Austin "Shadow" Williams | |
| 1984 | Sole Survivor | Gang Leader | |
| The Flamingo Kid | Fortune Smith | ||
| 1985 | Streetwalkin' | Jason | |
| 1986 | Band of the Hand | Moss | |
| 1987 | The Father Clements Story | Ice | TV movie |
| 1988 | The Lawless Land | Road Kill | |
| Colors | Killer Bee | ||
| 1989 | Flying Blind | Larry Brown | TV movie |
| A Mother's Courage: The Mary Thomas Story | Michael Thomas | TV movie | |
| 1991 | The Five Heartbeats | J.T. Matthews | |
| 1993 | Cliffhanger | Kynette | |
| Cool Runnings | Derice Bannock | credited as Leon | |
| Bad Attitude | Eddie Johnson | TV movie | |
| 1994 | Above the Rim | Shep | |
| 1995 | Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored | Uncle Melvin | |
| Waiting to Exhale | Russell | ||
| 1996 | Spirit Lost | John | |
| Pure Danger | Felix | Video | |
| 1997 | Runaway Car | Officer Isaiah 'Beau' Beaufort | TV movie |
| B*A*P*S | Leon | ||
| The Price of Kissing | Larry | [4] | |
| 1998 | Side Streets | Errol Boyce | |
| 1999 | Friends & Lovers | Manny | |
| Mean Streak | Altman Rogers | TV movie | |
| Bats | Jimmy Sands | ||
| Mr. Rock 'n' Roll: The Alan Freed Story | Jackie Wilson | ||
| 2000 | Little Richard | Little Richard | TV movie |
| 2001 | Buffalo Soldiers | Stoney | |
| Ali | Joe Simmons | ||
| 2002 | Four Faces of God | Jah | Short |
| 2005 | Get Rich or Die Tryin' | Slim | |
| Friends and Lovers | Tyrel | ||
| 2006 | The Tested | Curtis | Short |
| Ways of the Flesh | Dr. Lee | ||
| 2007 | Cover | Ryan Chambers | |
| 2008 | The Brooklyn Heist | Ronald | |
| 2009 | 3 Ways to Get a Husband | Devon | Video |
| 2011 | The Heart Specialist | Dr. Lee | |
| 2012 | From This Day Forward | Deon | TV movie |
| 2013 | Je'Caryous Johnson's Marriage Material | Michael | |
| Someone to Love | Joshua Gilbert | ||
| 2014 | 37: A Final Promise | Dr. Koehm | |
| 2015 | Ex-Free | Sean | |
| Against the Jab | DJ Mike | ||
| Where Children Play | David Mccain | ||
| Soul Ties | Dale Sr | ||
| 2016 | The Rhythm and the Blues | Eddie Taylor Sr. | Short |
| Love Had Everything to Do with It | - | ||
| 2017 | The Cheaters Club | James | |
| 2018 | Make America Black Again | Candidate Johnson | Short |
| Her Only Choice | Melvin | ||
| Before You Say I Do Live! | Edward | ||
| 2020 | The Glorias | Frank | |
| The Sin Choice | Doug Stephens | ||
| Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas | Jasper Penderson | TV movie | |
| 2022 | A Day to Die | Tyrone Pettis | |
| 2023 | First Lady of BMF: The Tonesa Welch Story | Emerson |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Making the Grade | - | Episode: "Pilot" |
| CBS Schoolbreak Special | Bobby Joe Tucker | Episode: "Journey to Survival" | |
| 1987 | Houston Knights | Scarecrow | Episode: "Scarecrow" |
| 1989 | The Women of Brewster Place | Abshu | Episode: "Part 1 & 2" |
| Midnight Caller | Nathan 'Skate' Fillmore | Episode: "The Fall" | |
| Hunter | Iceman | Episode: "Investment in Death" | |
| 1990 | L.A. Law | Ronald 'Pinto' Sewell | Episode: "Blood, Sweat and Fears" |
| 1995 | Central Park West | Gabe Sands | Recurring cast: Season 1 |
| 1997 | Oz | Jefferson Keane | Recurring cast: Season 1 |
| 1997–98 | C-16: FBI | Robert Robinson | Recurring cast |
| 1998 | The Temptations | David Ruffin | Episode: "Part 1 & 2" |
| 2001 | Resurrection Blvd. | Lawrence Hill | Recurring cast: Season 2 |
| 2003 | Oz | Jefferson Keane | Episode: "Dead Man Talking" |
| Crossing Jordan | Detective Vicellous Owens | Episode: "Sunset Division" | |
| Hack | Ulysses Sims | Episode: "To Have and Have Not" | |
| 2004 | The L-Bow Room | Himself/Host | Main Host |
| Super Secret Movie Rules | Himself | Episode: "Sports Underdogs" | |
| 2009–11 | Diary of a Single Mom | Lawrence Hill | Recurring cast |
| 2011 | Are We There Yet? | Dr. Harvey Cleveland | Episode: "The Compatibility Test Episode" |
| Reed Between the Lines | Don | Episode: "Let's Talk About Affairs" | |
| 2016 | Recovery Road | Alan | Recurring cast |
| 2017 | Unsung Hollywood | Himself | Episode: "Tupac Shakur" |
| 2018 | Rel | Nickels | Episode: "Re-Enter the Dragons" |
| 40 and Single | Dan Mayor | Main cast | |
| 2018–19 | Blue Bloods | Cameron Gooding | Guest cast: Season 9-10 |
| 2021 | A Luv Tale: The Series | George Montgomery | Recurring cast |
| Games People Play | Walter King | Recurring cast: Season 2 | |
| 2021–22 | City on a Hill | Reverend Isaiah Hughes | Recurring cast: Season 2, Guest: Season 3 |
| 2023 | Swarm | Harris | Episode: "Girl, Bye" |
| 2023–24 | The Chi | Alonzo | Recurring role; season 6 |
References
[edit]- ^ "Leon (8 March 1962, New York City, New York, USA) movies list and roles - #1 Movies Website".
- ^ Rotter, Joshua (June 26, 2019). "Leon joins diverse cast of 'A Luv Tale'". San Francisco Examiner. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
- ^ Actor and Singer Leon Robinson Inducted as Honorary Member of Phi Beta Sigma
- ^ Klady, Leonard (April 20, 1997). "The Price of Kissing". Variety. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
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[edit]Leon Robinson
View on GrokipediaEarly life
Birth and upbringing
Leon Preston Robinson IV was born on March 8, 1962, in the Bronx, New York City.[10] He was the only son of Leon Preston Robinson III, a transit authority executive, and Antionette Robinson, a schoolteacher.[4][3] Raised primarily in the middle-class suburb of Mount Vernon, New York, after early years in the Bronx, Robinson experienced an urban East Coast environment rich in diversity.[10] This setting exposed him to a variety of cultural influences, including the arts and music prevalent in New York City's neighborhoods.[11] In his childhood, Robinson developed an early passion for basketball, frequently playing on the blacktop courts of the Bronx, which shaped his formative interests before any formal training.[3] These neighborhood experiences in sports and the surrounding cultural milieu laid the groundwork for his later pursuits.Education and early pursuits
Robinson attended Mount Saint Michael Academy in the Bronx for high school, where he played basketball.[4] He then attended Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles on a basketball scholarship during the 1978-1979 academic year, where he played as a freshman on the team's roster.[3][12] This athletic pursuit extended his childhood interest in sports, honed on New York playgrounds.[3] While at the university, Robinson was approached by a graduate film student who persuaded him to appear in a short student film project, marking his first exposure to acting.[13][14] Inspired by this initial experience, Robinson shifted his focus from basketball to the performing arts and ultimately left the university to pursue acting full-time.[3][15] In the early 1980s, following his move to the West Coast for college, he began engaging in non-professional activities in Los Angeles, including community performances that helped build his skills and interest in the entertainment industry.[16] These early endeavors served as foundational steps toward his professional career, allowing him to transition from athletics to creative pursuits.[13]Career
Film roles
Robinson began his film career with a supporting role in the 1983 sports drama All the Right Moves, portraying Austin "Shadow" Williams, a teammate of Tom Cruise's lead character on a high school football team. This debut marked his entry into feature films, establishing him as a versatile supporting actor in ensemble casts focused on youthful ambition and competition.[17] His breakthrough arrived in 1991 with the musical drama The Five Heartbeats, where he played J.T. Matthews, the disciplined tenor of a rising R&B group inspired by real-life Motown acts. Robinson's performance earned critical acclaim for capturing the character's emotional depth and vocal prowess amid the band's triumphs and internal conflicts, solidifying his reputation in Black cinema.[11] Building on this momentum, Robinson transitioned to lead roles that showcased his athleticism and dramatic intensity. In 1993's Cool Runnings, he starred as Derice Bannock, the determined Jamaican sprinter who assembles an unlikely bobsled team for the Olympics, blending humor with themes of perseverance.[18] The following year, in the 1994 basketball thriller Above the Rim, he portrayed Shep, a complex ex-player turned security guard entangled in streetball rivalries, demonstrating his range in high-stakes urban narratives.[19] In 2025, Robinson starred in the action drama A Bloody Night and the romantic comedy Wild Cards.[8]Television roles
Leon Robinson made his professional television debut in 1982, appearing as Bobby Joe Tucker in the episode "Journey to Survival" of the anthology series CBS Afternoon Playhouse, marking his entry into episodic television with a role in a youth-oriented wilderness adventure drama.[20] Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he took on supporting roles in various television productions, building his presence in the medium through guest appearances that showcased his versatility in ensemble casts.[21] A career-defining moment came in 1998 with his portrayal of the legendary singer David Ruffin in the NBC miniseries The Temptations, where Robinson's dynamic performance captured the Motown star's charisma, volatility, and tragic decline, earning him an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Actor in a Television Movie, Miniseries or Dramatic Special.[22] This role not only highlighted his musical talents but also solidified his reputation for embodying complex, real-life figures in biographical dramas.[23] His portrayal of singer David Ruffin in the 1998 NBC miniseries The Temptations—a large-scale production akin to a feature film—highlighted his skill in embodying historical figures, with one improvised line becoming culturally iconic.[24] In 1997, Robinson delivered a recurring performance as Jefferson Keane, the intense and authoritative leader of the Homeboys gang, across six episodes of HBO's prison drama Oz in its first season, bringing dramatic depth to the character's criminal mindset and internal conflicts within the high-stakes environment of Oswald State Correctional Facility. His work in the series underscored his ability to convey raw emotional intensity in gritty, serialized storytelling.[25] More recently, Robinson has continued to make impactful contributions to television, including a recurring role as the street-smart attorney Alonzo in season 6 of Showtime's The Chi (2023–2024), where his character navigates personal loyalties and professional dilemmas in Chicago's South Side, adding layers of charm and moral ambiguity to the ensemble.[26] From 2023 to 2024, he recurred as the street-smart attorney Alonzo in The Chi, contributing to episodes elevated by film-level production quality and intense character arcs.[26]Theater and stage work
Leon Robinson transitioned to a professional acting career after leaving Loyola Marymount University, where he had been on a basketball scholarship, opting instead to focus on performance arts in the early 1980s.[3] His initial foray into theater occurred later in the decade, with a role in the ensemble cast of the 1991 London revival of the musical Carmen Jones at the Old Vic Theatre, an all-Black production adapting Bizet's opera with lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II.[27] This performance marked an early showcase of Robinson's stage presence and vocal abilities in musical theater.[28] In the mid-2000s, Robinson expanded his theater profile by headlining national tours of contemporary plays, beginning with Friends and Lovers in 2005, an adaptation of Eric Jerome Dickey's bestselling novel that explored romantic entanglements among friends.[29] The production achieved sold-out runs at major venues, including Hollywood's Kodak Theatre and New York City's Beacon Theatre.[29] He followed this with leading roles in 3 Ways to Get a Husband during 2009 and 2010, portraying a soldier returning from Iraq in Je'Caryous Johnson's comedy-drama that examined modern relationships and drew co-stars like Billy Dee Williams.[30][31] Robinson completed his trio of national tours in 2015 with Things Your Man Won't Do, another Je'Caryous Johnson-directed work that premiered with sold-out engagements at theaters such as Detroit's Fox Theatre, Chicago's Regal Theatre, and the Detroit Opera House.[29][32] In this relationship-focused comedy, he starred alongside Tichina Arnold and Wendy Raquel Robinson, contributing to its success through dynamic live performances that highlighted his charisma and timing.[33] These tours underscored Robinson's versatility in blending scripted drama with audience engagement, distinct from his screen roles.[30]Music endeavors
Leon Robinson formed the band Leon and the Peoples approximately 11 years prior to 2018, establishing it as a New York City-based ensemble that blends reggae and soul music.[34] As the lead vocalist and primary songwriter, Robinson guides the group's sound, which draws from his earlier experiences performing with the Young Lions alongside artists like Sting and Bruce Springsteen.[34] The band's diverse lineup contributes to an up-beat, eclectic style that emphasizes thought-provoking lyrics and energetic rhythms.[35] On July 20, 2018, Leon and the Peoples released their debut album Love Is A Beautiful Thing through Spectra Music Group, available worldwide via platforms like Bandcamp and Spotify.[36] The 11-track collection explores multifaceted themes of love, including romantic, familial, and personal dimensions, inspired by Robinson's own life experiences and universal human stories.[37] For instance, the track "Sometimes I Wish I Was Single" captures the tension between commitment and the desire for freedom, presented as a playful yet relatable anthem.[34] Singles from the album achieved commercial success, with "Love Is A Beautiful Thing" peaking at #3 on the Billboard Hot Singles Sales chart and "Beautiful" reaching #12.[38] Beyond recordings, Leon and the Peoples maintain an active presence through live performances, delivering their reggae-soul fusion at prominent venues like City Winery locations in New York, Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia.[39] These shows highlight Robinson's dynamic stage presence, fostering audience connection through high-energy sets that blend original material with the band's signature groove.[40] The group continues to tour, with scheduled appearances extending into 2026, underscoring their commitment to live music as a core element of their endeavors.[41]Personal life
Family and relationships
Leon Robinson shares a daughter, Noelle Robinson, born on November 9, 1999, with his ex-partner, model and television personality Cynthia Bailey.[42] The couple, who dated in the late 1990s and early 2000s, has maintained a positive co-parenting dynamic focused on their daughter's well-being, with both parents actively involved in her life and milestones.[43] Noelle, now 26 as of November 2025, has pursued modeling and appeared alongside her parents in family-oriented media, reflecting the supportive family environment Robinson and Bailey have fostered. In September 2025, the trio shared glimpses of their ongoing family bond, emphasizing mutual encouragement and shared celebrations.[44] Robinson has described his relationship with Bailey as a strong friendship built on respect and effective communication, which continues to benefit their co-parenting efforts.[45] Robinson has been in a long-term relationship with artist Patricia Blanchet since at least the mid-2010s. The couple has appeared together at public events, including film screenings and fashion shows, maintaining a relatively private personal life.[46] They have no children together.Interests and affiliations
Robinson is an avid tennis enthusiast and a supporter of emerging athletes in the sport. He attended the 2025 US Open, where he was seen in the stands alongside Coco Gauff's mother, Candi Gauff, during Gauff's first-round match against Ajla Tomljanovic at Arthur Ashe Stadium.[47] His longstanding connection to the Gauff family underscores his passion for tennis, having previously celebrated Gauff's achievements and shared a close friendship with her relatives.[48] In July 2025, Robinson was inducted as an honorary member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., during the organization's conclave in Tampa, Florida.[49] The fraternity recognized his significant contributions to the arts through acting, singing, and production, as well as his broader impact on community service and cultural advancement.[50] This honor aligns with Phi Beta Sigma's mission to foster excellence in creative fields and social upliftment.[51] Beyond performing, Robinson engages in storytelling and production as a director and producer via his New York-based company, Motion Mob Films, where he has helmed music videos and films.[49]Filmography
Feature films
- All the Right Moves (1983) as Shadow (credited as Leon Robinson).[52]
- The Flamingo Kid (1984) as Fortune (credited as Leon Robinson).
- Streetwalkin' (1985) as Jason (credited as Leon Robinson).
- Band of the Hand (1986) as Moss (credited as Leon).
- The Five Heartbeats (1991) as J.T. Matthews (credited as Leon).
- Strictly Business (1991) as Bobby (credited as Leon).
- Cool Runnings (1993) as Derice Bannock (credited as Leon).[53]
- Cliffhanger (1993) as Kynette (credited as Leon).
- Above the Rim (1994) as Shep (credited as Leon).[54]
- Waiting to Exhale (1995) as Russell (credited as Leon).
- B.A.P.S (1997) as Malik (credited as Leon).
- Hoodlum (1997) as Zuri (credited as Leon).
- Friends & Lovers (1999) as Manny (credited as Leon).
- Bats (1999) as Jimmy Sands (credited as Leon).
- Buffalo Soldiers (2001) as Stoney (credited as Leon).
- All About the Benjamins (2002) as Julian Ramose (credited as Leon).
- Deliver Us from Eva (2003) as Ray (credited as Leon).
- Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2005) as Slim (credited as Leon).
- This Christmas (2007) as Malcolm Whitfield (credited as Leon).
- Cover (2007) as Eli (credited as Leon).
- Not Easily Broken (2009) as Dave Johnson (credited as Leon).
- Satin (2011) as Darryl (credited as Leon).
- The Undershepherd (2012) as Malcolm (credited as Leon).
- And Then There Was You (2013) as Joshua Gilbert (credited as Leon).
- 37: A Final Promise (2014) as Dr. Koehm (credited as Leon).
- Against the Jab (2015) as Coach Miller (credited as Leon).
- Heist (2015) as Dante (credited as Leon).
- Where Children Play (2015) as David McCain (credited as Leon).
- I Really Hate My Ex (2015) as Leon (credited as Leon).
- The Last Man (2018) as Kurtis (credited as Leon).
- A Day to Die (2022) as Pettis (credited as Leon).
- First Lady of BMF: The Tonesa Welch Story (2023) as Emerson (credited as Leon).
- The Rhythm and the Blues (2024) as Eddie Taylor Sr. (credited as Leon).[55]
- A Bloody Night (2025) (credited as Leon).[8]
- WildCards (2025) (credited as Leon).[8]
- Jingle Hellz (2025) (credited as Leon).[8]
Television credits
Leon Robinson's television career encompasses a wide range of guest appearances, recurring roles, miniseries, and TV movies, beginning in the early 1980s and continuing into the 2020s. His credits include notable portrayals in dramatic series, biopics, and ensemble casts, often highlighting complex characters in urban and family dynamics. The following is a chronological list of his television appearances, including show titles, years, roles, and episode details for recurring or multi-episode engagements where applicable.[56][57]| Year(s) | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | CBS Afternoon Playhouse | Bobby Joe Tucker | 1 episode: "Journey to Survival"[5] |
| 1984 | Hunter | Iceman | 1 episode |
| 1986 | L.A. Law | Ronald "Pinto" Sewell | 1 episode |
| 1987 | Houston Knights | Scarecrow | 1 episode |
| 1988 | Midnight Caller | Nathan "Skate" Fillmore | 1 episode |
| 1989 | A Mother's Courage: The Mary Thomas Story | Michael Thomas | TV movie |
| 1989 | The Women of Brewster Place | Abshu | Miniseries, 2 episodes |
| 1990 | Law & Order | Darryl | 1 episode |
| 1992–1993 | Flying Blind | Larry Brown | Recurring role, 5 episodes |
| 1995 | Central Park West | Gabe Sands | 2 episodes |
| 1997 | C-16: FBI | Robert Robinson | 1 episode |
| 1998 | The Temptations | David Ruffin | Miniseries, 2 episodes |
| 2000 | Little Richard | Little Richard | TV movie[58] |
| 2000–2002 | Resurrection Blvd. | Lawrence Hill | Recurring role, 10 episodes |
| 2001–2003 | Oz | Jefferson Keane | Recurring role, 6 episodes (seasons 4–6) |
| 2001 | Crossing Jordan | Detective Vicellous Owens | 1 episode |
| 2002–2004 | Hack | Ulysses Sims | Recurring role, 3 episodes |
| 2009–2010 | Diary of a Single Mom | Mike | Recurring role, 4 episodes |
| 2010 | Are We There Yet? | Dr. Harvey Cleveland | 1 episode |
| 2010, 2019 | Blue Bloods | Cameron Gooding | Recurring role, 2 episodes (seasons 1 & 10) |
| 2011 | Reed Between the Lines | Don | 1 episode |
| 2012 | Sunday Brunch | Leon | 1 episode |
| 2016 | Recovery Road | Alan | Recurring role, 2 episodes |
| 2018 | Rel | Nickels | 1 episode |
| 2018 | 40 & Single | Dan Mayor | Main role, 6 episodes |
| 2019 | Games People Play | Walter King | Recurring role, 2 episodes (season 2) |
| 2019–2020 | City on a Hill | Reverend Isaiah Hughes | Recurring role, 7 episodes (season 2) |
| 2021 | A Luv Tale: The Series | George | Main role, 5 episodes |
| 2023 | Swarm | Harris | 1 episode |
| 2023–2024 | The Chi | Alonzo | Recurring role, 3 episodes (season 6) |