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Delroy Lindo

Birth Place: Lewisham, ENGLAND

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1988
Herald Loomis

[Broadway]
1982
Willie [Replacement]


Movies

Partners
[ 1976 ] Drug Kingpin
Find the Lady
[ 1976 ] Sam
More American Graffiti
[ 1979 ] Army Sergeant
The Blood of Heroes
[ 1989 ] Mbulu
Bright Angel
[ 1990 ] Harley
Mountains of the Moon
[ 1990 ] Mabruki
The Hard Way
[ 1991 ] Captain Brix
Malcolm X
[ 1992 ] West Indian Archie
Blood In, Blood Out
[ 1993 ] Bonafide
Mr. Jones
[ 1993 ] Howard
L'exil du roi Behanzin
[ 1994 ] Behanzin
Crooklyn
[ 1994 ] Woody
Get Shorty
[ 1995 ] Bo Catlett
Clockers
[ 1995 ] Rodney
Ransom
[ 1996 ] Agent Lonnie Hawkins
Broken Arrow
[ 1996 ] Colonel Max Wilkins
The Winner
[ 1996 ] Kingman
Feeling Minnesota
[ 1996 ] Red
A Life Less Ordinary
[ 1997 ] Jackson
Pros & Cons
[ 1999 ] Kyle
The Cider House Rules
[ 1999 ] Mr. Rose
The Book of Stars
[ 1999 ] Professor
Gone in 60 Seconds
[ 2000 ] Det. Roland Ctlebeck
Romeo Must Die
[ 2000 ] Isaak O Day
Heist
[ 2001 ] BobbyBobBlane
The Last Castle
[ 2001 ] General Wheeler
The One
[ 2001 ] Roedecker, Attendant
The Core
[ 2003 ] Brazzelton
Wondrous Oblivion
[ 2003 ] Dennis Samuel
Sahara
[ 2005 ] Carl
Domino
[ 2005 ] Claremont Williams
This Christmas
[ 2007 ] Joseph Black
Up
[ 2009 ] Beta
City of God's Son
[ 2009 ] voice
The Big Bang
[ 2010 ] Skeres
Cymbeline
[ 2014 ] Belarius
Point Break
[ 2015 ] Instructor Hall
Do You Believe?
[ 2015 ] Malachi
Battlecreek
[ 2017 ] Arthur
Malicious
[ 2018 ] Dr. Clark - Parapsychologist
LX 2048
[ 2020 ] Donald Stein
Da 5 Bloods
[ 2020 ] Paul
The Harder They Fall
[ 2021 ] Bs Reeves

TV Shows

Kidnapped
Latimer King
The Good Fight
Adrian Boseman

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Delroy Lindo, Joe Turner's Come and Gone

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Delroy Lindo, Joe Turner's Come and Gone

Helen Hayes Awards - 1987 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

Delroy LindoA Raisin in the Sun

News


Denzel Washington Reveals Next August Wilson Adaptation

In a new interview, producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black shed some light on their ambitions to adapt the whole of Wilson's American Century Cycle. With three already under their belts, they revealed the next play making the jump from stage to screen.
THE COLOR PURPLE, Colman Domingo, and More Take Home NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners!

The 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards were announced during a ceremony on Saturday, March 16th. See the full list of winners here!
THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!
Black Women Dominate Production Team Of The Inaugural Jazz Music Awards For Standout Recognition Of America's Indigenous Art Form

Hosted by Dee Dee Bridgewater, the three-time Grammy Award-winning artist, NEA Jazz Master, and Tony Award winner, with Delroy Lindo, the widely acclaimed stage and screen actor, Peabody Award winner and Tony Award nominee, the show was packed with heartfelt tributes to special honorees as well as stunning live performances.
PBS Member Station Georgia Public Broadcasting Announces The Broadcast Of The Inaugural Jazz Music Awards

PBS member station Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) announces the inaugural Jazz Music Awards, a two-hour award show celebrating the best in Jazz. Hosted by Dee Dee Bridgewater and Delroy Lindo, the show will feature performances by Dianne Reeves, Kenny Garrett, and more.
Tracy Underwood Named President of ABC Signature

In her new role, Underwood, who has been at the studio since 2010, will oversee all creative affairs, including the studio’s development of drama, comedy and limited series, as well as the current series slate. Most recently, Underwood served as executive vice president of creative affairs for ABC Signature.
UNPRISONED Renewed for Season Two on Hulu

Inspired by creator Tracy McMillan’s life, the series follows a messy but perfectionist relationship therapist, social media influencer and single mom, Paige Alexander (Kerry Washington), whose life is turned right-side-up when her dad, Edwin Alexander (Delroy Lindo), gets out of prison and moves in with her and her teenage son.
New Federal Theatre to Hold 53rd Anniversary Celebration Next Month at Edison Ballroom

NEW FEDERAL THEATRE will hold its 53rd Anniversary Celebration on October 2 at Edison Ballroom, honoring Woodie King, Jr., Gabrielle Kurlander, and Sade Lythcott. The gala is chaired by Kenny Leon and Lynn Whitfield.
New Federal Theatre To Hold 53rd Anniversary Celebration in October

Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre (NFT), led by Producing Artistic Director Elizabeth Van Dyke, will hold a 53rd Anniversary Celebration October 2, 2023 at Edison Ballroom, 240 West 47th Street.  
Jennifer Hudson, TED LASSO & More Honored at AAFCA TV Honors

The 5th Annual AAFCA TV Honors distinguished achievement recipients were revealed by the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA). The “We See You” Award, given to performers who demonstrate versatility in their work, will go to Jennifer Hudson, host of Warner Bros. Unscripted Television’s “The Jennifer Hudson Show.”
Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Release UNPRISONED Score Soundtrack

Hollywood Records released UnPrisoned, the original score soundtrack for Onyx Collective’s hit new series now streaming on Hulu. The score was composed by legendary Grammy-award winning music producers and songwriters Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. The series is executive produced and stars the award-winning actors Kerry Washington and Delroy Lindo.
FAT HAM's Adrianna Mitchell Takes Over Our Instagram Today!

Tune in to our Instagram story as Adrianna Mitchell takes you behind the scenes of opening night of Broadway's Fat Ham!
Photos: See Martin Scorsese, Michael Mayer & More at the NYU Tisch Gala

See photos from the NYU Tisch School of the Arts Gala, which made its grand return at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.
Meet the Cast of FAT HAM, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!

Fat Ham begins previews tonight, Tuesday, March 21, 2023, and will officially open on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at the American Airlines Theatre. This is a 14-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 25, 2023.
FAT HAM Full Cast and Design Team Announced

The full cast and design team has been announced for the Broadway production of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames. See who is starring in the show, how to purchase tickets and more!
Disney's Onyx Collective Announces BRUISER Film on Hulu

Disney’s Onyx Collective announced streaming premiere date for its first narrative feature film, “Bruiser,” following its theatrical release on Dec. 2. The film stars Trevante Rhodes as Porter, Shamier Anderson as Malcolm, Shinelle Azoroh as Monica, and Jalyn Hall as Darious.
James Ijames' Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM Will Open on Broadway in 2023

The 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames will make its Broadway premiere in 2023. The Public’s Associate Artistic Director and Resident Director Saheem Ali returns to direct the complete original Off-Broadway cast, including Nikki Crawford as “Tedra,” Chris Herbie Holland as “Tio,” Billy Eugene Jones as “Rev” and “Pap,” Adrianna Mitchell as “Opal,” Calvin Leon Smith as “Larry,” Marcel Spears as “Juicy,” and Benja Kay Thomas as “Rabby.”
Historic Jazz Music Awards Celebrates The Spirit Of Jazz With Powerful Live Performances, Heartfelt Tributes, and Wins

It was a historic night of enlightenment, emotion, and of course, inspired Jazz performances at the inaugural Jazz Music Awards: Celebrating The Spirit of Jazz, held on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Huntington to Reopen Newly Renovated Huntington Theatre With JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE

The Huntington has announced the casting and creative team for the highly anticipated revival of August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, directed by Lili-Anne Brown. Wilson’s masterpiece serves as the inaugural production of the newly renovated Huntington Theatre and runs from October 14 – November 13, 2022.
Onyx Collective Expands Programming Team With Three New Executive Hires

Former WME partner Holland is set as senior vice president of Scripted Series, along with seasoned producers Anil Kurian and Janice Park, who will both serve as vice presidents of Scripted Series. All three will report to Tara Duncan, president of Freeform and Onyx Collective.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Delroy Lindo been in?

Delroy Lindo has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Delroy Lindo been in?

Delroy Lindo has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Delroy Lindo been nominated for?

Delroy Lindo has received several nominations, including Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Joe Turner's Come and Gone. He was also nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Joe Turner's Come and Gone. Additionally, he received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for A Raisin in the Sun.

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