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BIO

Broadway: Radio Golf. Off-Broadway: Titus Andronicus. Chicago: A Raisin in the Sun, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Permanent Collection, Othello, The Great Gatsby, King Hedley II (Mark Taper Forum). Theatre Directing: The Glass Menagerie (Steppenwolf Theatre Company), A Small Oak Tree Runs Red (Congo Square Theatre and Billie Holiday Theatre), Permanent Collection (Robey Theatre Company), Unjustifiable Acts (Goodman Theatre). Select Film & Television: Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Man of Steel, Ray, The Matrix franchise, Love & Basketball, Titus, The Five Heartbeats. TV: The Blacklist, Billions, Keep the Faith, Baby, Dollhouse.

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STAGE CREDITS

Purpose Purpose
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2025
Performer
Radio Golf Radio Golf
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Harmond Wilks

Movies

The Package
[ 1989 ] Johnny's Field Soldier
Victimless Crimes
[ 1991 ] Baker
The Five Heartbeats
[ 1991 ] Dresser
Bob Roberts
[ 1992 ] Franklin Dockett
Mo' Money
[ 1992 ] Tom Dilton Harry J. Lennix
Guarding Tess
[ 1994 ] Kenny Young Harry J. Lennix
Clockers
[ 1995 ] Bill Walker
Comfortably Numb
[ 1995 ] Hamlin Day
Get on the Bus
[ 1996 ] Randall
Chicago Cab
[ 1997 ] Pissed-Off Boyfriend Harry J. Lennix
Titus
[ 1999 ] Aaron
The Unspoken
[ 1999 ] Reverend Bob
Love & Basketball
[ 2000 ] Nathan Wright
The Artist's Journey: Funk Blast
[ 2000 ] The Guide
Never Get Outta the Boat
[ 2002 ] Brandon Harry J. Lennix
Collateral Damage
[ 2002 ] FBI Agent Dray
Don't Explain
[ 2002 ] Lee
Pumpkin
[ 2002 ] Robert Meary Poetry teacher
The Matrix Reloaded
[ 2003 ] Commander Lock
The Matrix Revolutions
[ 2003 ] Lock
The Human Stain
[ 2003 ] Mr. Silk
Ray
[ 2004 ] Joe Adams
Chrystal
[ 2004 ] Kalid
Barbershop 2: Back in Business
[ 2004 ] Quentin Leroux
Suspect Zero
[ 2004 ] Rich Charleton
Sharif Don't Like It
[ 2006 ] Tom
Across the Universe
[ 2007 ] Army Sergeant
Resurrecting the Champ
[ 2007 ] Bob Satterfield Jr.
Stomp the Yard
[ 2007 ] Nate
Fly Like Mercury
[ 2008 ] Coach
State of Play
[ 2009 ] Detective Bell
A Beautiful Soul
[ 2012 ] Jeff Freeze
H4
[ 2012 ] King Henry IV
The Last Fall
[ 2012 ] Ron Davis
Evidence
[ 2013 ] Ben Tuttle
Man of Steel
[ 2013 ] General Swanwick
Sunny and RayRay
[ 2013 ] Lenotti
They Die by Dawn
[ 2013 ] Sheriff Bs Reeves
Cru
[ 2014 ] Diego Gls
Cruel Will
[ 2014 ] Dr. Frances
Stand Down Soldier
[ 2014 ] Officer Freeman
The Algerian
[ 2014 ] Suleyman
Chi-Raq
[ 2015 ] Commissioner Blades
72 Hours
[ 2015 ] God
Back to School Mom
[ 2015 ] Lawrence Riley
Macbeth Unhinged
[ 2016 ] Banquo
For the Love of Christmas
[ 2016 ] God
Timeless
[ 2016 ] Johnson
Alternate Universe: A Rescue Mission
[ 2016 ] Principal Sheehan
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
[ 2016 ] Swanwick
Romeo and Juliet in Harlem
[ 2017 ] Capulet
Needlestick
[ 2017 ] Ray LeGro
Rehabilitation of the Hill
[ 2018 ] Davidson Livingston
Canal Street
[ 2018 ] DJ Terrance Palmer
Revival
[ 2018 ] Pilate
Emperor
[ 2020 ] Frederick Dougls
Troubled Waters
[ 2020 ] Ron Waters
The Almighty Street Team
[ 2021 ] Calvin Che, Black Aizan
Zack Snyder's Justice League
[ 2021 ] General Swanwick, Martian Manhunter
Curse of the Macbeths
[ 2022 ] Banquo
Super Turnt
[ 2022 ] Mr. Denver
Nothing is Impossible
[ 2022 ] Russell Banks
Godless
[ 2024 ] Bishop Rolland
Isla Monstro
[ 2024 ] General Dregg
Cutting Squares
[ 2024 ] JohnsonSelf
Godless
[ 2024 ] Bishop Rolland
Isla Monstro
[ 2024 ] General Dregg
Cutting Squares
[ 2024 ] JohnsonSelf

TV Shows

Billions
Franklin Sacker, Frank Sacker
Commander in Chief
Jim Gardner
Conrad
Don Brewer
Diagnosis Murder
Agent Ron Wagner
Dollhouse
Boyd Langton
Emily Owens M.D.
Dr. Tim Dupre
Insecure
Marcus Walker
Murder One
Mr. Parnell, David Bronson
The Blacklist
Harold Cooper
The Client
Daniel Holbrook
The Practice
Assistant Attorney General Parker, Attorney Wayland Holmes
Destination Heaven
God The Father
Diarra from Detroit
Walter Harley
Destination Heaven
God The Father
Diarra from Detroit
Walter Harley

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Harry Lennix, Purpose

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Photos: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway Photo
Photos: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025

Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries is back on the New York stage, and recently celebrated its gala opening for its off-Broadway run. Check out photos from the opening night here!
From Chicago to NYC: Steppenwolf’s Broadway Boom Photo
From Chicago to NYC: Steppenwolf’s Broadway Boom
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2025

Many Steppenwolf productions have made the jump to Broadway, with three shows transferring in 2025 alone. Learn more about Purpose, Bug, The Minutes, and more!
Photos: Harlem Stage’s FREEDOM RIDERS Concludes Sold-Out NYC Engagement Photo
Photos: Harlem Stage’s FREEDOM RIDERS Concludes Sold-Out NYC Engagement
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

Harlem Stage’s Freedom Riders: A Journey With No End in Sight concluded its sold-out 16-show Harlem run and multi-city tour on October 18, 2025. Check out photos of the production.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE Plays Final Broadway Performance Photo
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 31, 2025

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ PURPOSE plays its final Broadway performance at the Hayes Theatre, following 22 previews and 192 regular performances.The venue will soon be home to Marjorie Prime, which is set to begin performances on November 20, 2025.
Review: JUSTICE ON TRIAL at United Faith Christian Academy Photo
Review: JUSTICE ON TRIAL at United Faith Christian Academy
by Vickie Evans - Aug 6, 2025

'Justice On Trial', written by Chad Cooper presented a compelling argument utilizing theatre of what a trial seeking reparations for African Americans for the evil deeds of slavery who possibly look like if civil rights attorneys sued the Department of Justice
Photos: Brenda Pressley in PURPOSE on Broadway Photo
Photos: Brenda Pressley in PURPOSE on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2025

You can now get a first look at Brenda Pressley in Broadway’s PURPOSE. Brenda Pressley assumed the role of 'Claudine Jasper' on Tuesday, July 15. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Takes Her Final Bow in PURPOSE on Broadway Photo
Video: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Takes Her Final Bow in PURPOSE on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2025

Tony Award nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson took her final bow in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ PURPOSE on Sunday, July 13 at the Helen Hayes Theater. Watch video of the emotional moment as LaTanya takes her final bow for an acclaimed performance.
Photos: Broadway Stars Come Together for the 27th Annual Broadway Barks Photo
Photos: Broadway Stars Come Together for the 27th Annual Broadway Barks
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 13, 2025

Jutst yesterday, the best of Broadway came together in Shubert Alley for the 27th annual Broadway Barks. Hosted by co-founder Bernadette Peters and Beth Leavel, the special event featured a ‘meet and greet' of all the adoptable pets, who made their Broadway debut on stage alongside some of Broadway's favorite stars. Check out photos here!
Audra McDonald, Cole Escola, and More Join BROADWAY BARKS Photo
Audra McDonald, Cole Escola, and More Join BROADWAY BARKS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2025

BROADWAY BARKS has announced additional celebrities for their 27th annual dog and cat adoption. As previously announced, the event will be hosted by co-founder Bernadette Peters and Beth Leavel and is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. 
Brenda Pressley to Join the Cast of PURPOSE on Broadway Photo
Brenda Pressley to Join the Cast of PURPOSE on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Brenda Pressley will join the Broadway company of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play, PURPOSE, directed by Phylicia Rashad. Learn
Photos: Hillary Clinton Visits PURPOSE on Broadway Photo
Photos: Hillary Clinton Visits PURPOSE on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 17, 2025

Hillary Clinton recently paid a visit to the newly-minted Tony Award-winning production of Purpose on Broadway. Check out photos from her visit to the show here!
Video: PURPOSE Take First Post-Tony Awards Bows Photo
Video: PURPOSE Take First Post-Tony Awards Bows
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

The Broadway production of Purpose shared a video of their first curtain call post-Tony Awards, which was met with love from the applauding audience. Watch the video here!
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards Fashion- Bold Glamour, Queer Elegance, and Menswear Redefine Photo
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards Fashion- Bold Glamour, Queer Elegance, and Menswear Redefined
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025

Broadway's biggest night is always a celebration of talent, triumph, and tenacity, but on the 2025 Tony Awards red carpet, fashion took center stage with a showstopping display of individuality, artistry, and unapologetic flair. Check out photos of the most unforgettable looks of the night.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Play Photo
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Play
by - Jun 9, 2025

Purpose has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Play for BRANDEN JACOBS-JENKINS.
PURPOSE's Kara Young Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play Photo
PURPOSE's Kara Young Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play
by - Jun 9, 2025

Kara Young has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play for PURPOSE.
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet Photo
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025

Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List Photo
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More Photo
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Videos You Missed This Week: Prep for Tonys Weekend Photo
Videos You Missed This Week: Prep for Tonys Weekend
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 6, 2025

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! It's Tony Awards weekend! Catch up on all the latest from the week ending June 6, 2025 with videos from Heathers, Hadestown, and more!
Photos, SUNSET BOULEVARD, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, and More Host Entertainment Community Photo
Photos, SUNSET BOULEVARD, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, and More Host Entertainment Community Fund 'Producer's Picks' Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025

Broadway productions including Sunset Boulevard, The Picture of Dorian Gray, Redwood, Purpose, The Last Five Years, and Smash have partnered with the Entertainment Community Fund as part of its “Producer’s Picks” benefit performance program. Check out photos of from behind the scenes of the special performances.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Harry Lennix been in?

Harry Lennix has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Harry Lennix been in?

Harry Lennix has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Harry Lennix been nominated for?

and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Purpose.

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