Jeffrey Wright

Birth Place: Washington, DC, USA

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Jeffrey Wright is an American actor. He is well known for his role as Belize in the Broadway production of Angels in America, for which he won a Tony Award, and its acclaimed HBO miniseries adaptation, for which he won an Emmy and Golden Globe.

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Jeffrey Wright STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Production, 2010
Jacques Cornet

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Lincoln

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
'da Voice

The Voice

da Voice

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Belize

Council of Principalities

Mr. Lies

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Belize

Mr. Lies


Jeffrey Wright Movies

[1990]Presumed Innocent Prosecuting Attorney

[1991]Jumpin' at the Boneyard Derek

[1996]Faithful Young Man at Rolls

[1996]Basquiat Jean Michel Bquiat

[1997]Critical Care Bed Two

[1998]Too Tired to Die Balzac Man

[1998]The Giraffe Win

[1998]Celebrity Greg - Off-Off Broadway Director

[1999]Ride with the Devil Daniel Holt

[2000]Shaft Peoples Hernandez

[2000]Cement Ninny

[2000]Crime + Punishment in Suburbia Chris

[2000]Hamlet Gravedigger

[2001]Ali Howard Bingham

[2002]Eye See You Jaworski

[2003]Sam Cooke: Legend Narrator

[2004]Sin's Kitchen Rex

[2004]The Manchurian Candidate Al Melvin

[2005]Broken Flowers Winston

[2005]Syriana Bennett Holiday

[2006]Casino Royale Felix Leiter

[2006]Lady in the Water Mr. Dury

[2007]The Invasion Dr. Stephen Galeano

[2007]Blackout Nelson

[2008]W. Colin Powell

[2008]Quantum of Solace Felix Leiter

[2008]Cadillac Records Muddy Waters

[2011]Source Code Dr. Rutledge

[2011]Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close William Black

[2011]The Ides of March Senator Thompson

[2012]Ernest & Celestine Grizzly Judge

[2013]The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete Henry

[2013]The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Beetee

[2013]A Single Shot Simon

[2013]Only Lovers Left Alive Dr. Watson

[2013]Broken City Carl Fairbanks

[2014]The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 Beetee

[2015]The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 Beetee

[2015]The Good Dinosaur Poppa

[2018]Age Out Detective Portnoy

[2018]Monster Mr. Harmon

[2018]Hold the Dark Russell Core

[2018]O.G. Louis

[2018]The Public Anderson

[2019]The Laundromat Malchus Irvin Boncamper

[2019]The Goldfinch Hobie

[2020]The French Dispatch Roebuck Wright

[2020]All Day and a Night James Daniel LincolnJD

[2021]No Time to Die Felix Leiter

[2022]The Batman Lt. James Gordon

[2023]Atrabilious Vincent Daugherty


Jeffrey Wright TV Shows

Boardwalk Empire Valentin Narcisse

Westworld Bernard Lowe

What If...? The Watcher

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BAM to Present AMERICAN FICTION: The Characters of Jeffrey Wright

Through Sunday, February 11, 2024, BAM will present American Fiction: The Characters of Jeffrey Wright, a look at almost four decades of celluloid creations from the Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor.

Photos: New Look at Audra McDonald, Colman Domingo & More in RUSTIN; Now Streaming on Netflix

Directed by DGA Award and five-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe and starring Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo, Rustin also includes Audra McDonald, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, CCH Pounder, and more. Check out new photos of the cast now!

Photos: Colman Domingo Attends RUSTIN Screening With Marisa Tomei, Jeremy O Harris and More

Jeremy O Harris, Colman Domingo and Marisa Tomei attended this weekend’s New York screening of “Rustin.' The first screening of the film since the SAG-AFTRA strike lifted, Colman discussed the importance of shining a light on Bayard Rustin, the legendary MLK mentor and organizer. Check out the photos now!

Grant Gustin Will Make Broadway Debut in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS; Additional Cast Revealed

Grant Gustin will make his Broadway debut in the upcoming new musical Water For Elephants, which is set for come to Broadway in February 2024! Plus, find out who else will appear in the production.

Photos: Tony Kushner, George C. Wolfe & More Attend RUSTIN Screenings In NYC

Notable attendees of the screenings include Tony Kushner, Don Lemon, Jonathan Capehart,  Kathy Najimy, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Jeanine Tesori, Robert O’Hara, and more. Also in attendance was Bayard's surviving partner Walter Naegle. Check out photos from the screenings here!

Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2023 - Where to Watch RUSTIN & More

StreamingFrom highly-anticipated movies starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald, Adrienne Warren, LaChanze, Denée Benton, and more, to albums from Stephanie J. Block and Leslie Odom Jr., November's new streaming releases will give Broadway fans entertained all month.

MAESTRO, RUSTIN & More Nominated For 2023 Gotham Awards

The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced the nominations for the 33rd Annual Gotham Awards, singling out 20 feature films, 11 series, and 30 performances in ten award categories. The nominations were announced live from Cipriani Wall Street by Jeffrey Sharp, award-winning film producer and the Executive Director of The Gotham.

Video: Watch the RUSTIN Trailer Starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More

Netflix has released the trailer for Rustin, George C. Wolfe's new film about activist Bayard Rustin. The film stars Colman Domingo as Rustin, along with Audra McDonald, Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Glynn Turman, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, and more. Watch the new video trailer now!

The Acting Company to Present Annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series

The Acting Company will present their annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series, featuring a trio of unique Shakespeare interpretations. Get all the details about this exciting event in New York City.

Virginia Film Festival Announces 2023 Lineup 

The 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival has announced its program lineup. Find out what films and events are in store for this year's festival.

2023 Gotham Awards to Present George C. Wolfe's RUSTIN With the Icon & Creator Tribute for Social Justice

Rustin celebrates the man who, alongside giants like the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and Ella Baker, dared to imagine a different world and stars Colman Domingo, Chris Rock, Glynn Turman, Aml Ameen, Gus Halper, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Johnny Ramey, Michael Potts, with Jeffrey Wright and Audra McDonald.

Video: Watch Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More in Netflix's RUSTIN Movie Teaser Trailer

Joining Domingo and McDonald in the film is Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Glynn Turman, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, Aml Ameen, Gus Halper, Johnny Ramey, Lilli Kay, Jordan-Amanda Hall, Jakeem Powell, Grantham Coleman, Jamilah Rosemond, Jules Latimer, Maxwell Whittington-Cooper, and more. Watch the video teaser now!

Meryl Streep, Oprah Winfrey & More to Be Honored at Academy Museum Gala

The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s two-year anniversary and will honor three-time Academy Award-winner Meryl Streep, award-winning Michael B. Jordan, Academy Award-nominated Oprah Winfrey, and Academy Award-winning filmmaker and actor Sofia Coppola.

TOPDOG/UNDERDOG Opens 2023-24 Season at the Gamm

The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) launches its 2023-24 season with Topdog/Underdog, Suzan-Lori Parks’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play about brotherly love, sibling rivalry, and surviving the American Dream. The Gamm’s Season 39 opener runs from September 7-October 1.

Peacock to Stream Wes Andersons's ASTEROID CITY

ASTEROID CITY is the latest addition to Peacock’s film collection including Illumination's record-breaking box office hit THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, Universal Pictures’ modern monster tale RENFIELD, Focus Features’ POLITE SOCIETY and A THOUSAND AND ONE. Peacock gives audiences a front-row seat to a wide range of movies.

ASTEROID CITY Sets Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital Release

Written and directed by seven-time Oscar® nominee Wes Anderson (Isle of Dogs, Moonrise Kingdom), ASTEROID CITY on Digital, Blu-ray™ and DVD showcases brand-new featurettes with exclusive talent and filmmaker interviews that dive deeper into the film’s unique characters, story, and themes of community and curiosity.

Review: Midnight Company's YOU MADE ME LOVE YOU at The Blue Strawberry Showroom And Lounge

Fans of Judy Garland will love Midnight Company’s production of YOU MADE ME LOVE YOU for three reasons. First, because Hanrahan’s script about Garland’s life and career is compelling. Second, because Owens is relatable when she is sharing Garland’s story to the audience. Finally, because of the delightful nostalgia of Judy Garland’s music catalog.

Full Cast & Creative Team Unveiled for The Acting Company's World Premiere of Lisa Peterson's ODYSSEY 

The Acting Company has revealed the full cast and creative team for Lisa Peterson's world premiere of ODYSSEY. Get all the details and book your tickets now.

Billy Porter Thinks UK Theatres Need Free Programmes

US actor Billy Porter has said the absense of playbills in UK theatre is “disrespectful” to performers.

Introducing the Cast and Creative Team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company

Get an exclusive look at the star-studded cast and talented creative team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company. Meet the actors and creatives bringing this epic story to life in a captivating stage adaptation. Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness their incredible talents in action.

Jeffrey Wright FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Jeffrey Wright has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

Jeffrey Wright has not appeared in the West End

Jeffrey Wright has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in "Topdog/Underdog." He also received a nomination for Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Underdog." In addition, Wright was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor at The Lortels for his role in "Topdog/Underdog." Furthermore, he received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Topdog/Underdog." Wright was also recognized with a nomination for Best Debut Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his work in "Angels in America." Additionally, he earned a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Angels in America: Perestroika." Lastly, Wright was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in "Angels in America: Perestroika."

Jeffrey Wright has won several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable wins include Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in "Topdog/Underdog," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Underdog," Best Debut Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Angels in America," Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Angels in America: Perestroika," and Outstanding Supporting Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Angels in America: Perestroika."

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