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Russell Hornsby

Russell Hornsby is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include August Wilson's Seven Guitars, Sunset Baby, and Fences.

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STAGE CREDITS

August Wilson's Seven Guitars
[Off-Broadway]
2026
Floyd Schoolboy Barton
Sunset Baby Sunset Baby
[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Kenyatta
Fences Fences
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2010
Lyons

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Movies

Woo
[ 1998 ] Guy
Train Ride
[ 2000 ] Ellis
Meet the Parents
[ 2000 ] Late Night Courier Right Bag
Big Fat Liar
[ 2002 ] Marcus Duncan
After the Sunset
[ 2004 ] Jean-Paul
Get Rich or Die Tryin'
[ 2005 ] Odell
Edmond
[ 2005 ] Shill
Something New
[ 2006 ] Dr. Brockton
Forgiven
[ 2006 ] Ronald Bradler
Stuck
[ 2007 ] Rhid
LUV
[ 2012 ] Detective Pratt
Fences
[ 2016 ] Lyons
Creed II
[ 2018 ] Buddy Marcelle
The Hate U Give
[ 2018 ] MaverickMavCarter
R#J
[ 2021 ] Captain Prince
Last Seen Alive
[ 2022 ] Detective Paterson
The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat
[ 2024 ] Richmond
The Woman in the Yard
[ 2025 ] David

TV Shows

Gideon's Crossing
Dr. Aaron Boies
Grimm
Hank Griffin
Lincoln Heights
Eddie Sutton
Suits
Quentin Sainz
The Affair
Carl Gatewood
BMF
[ 2021-2025 ] Charles Flenory

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2007 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Russell Hornsby, King Hedley II

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Daniel J. Watts Replaces Jason Dirden in August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS at Lincoln Cen Photo
Daniel J. Watts Replaces Jason Dirden in August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS at Lincoln Center Theater
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2026

Daniel J. Watts will join the cast of August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS at Lincoln Center Theater's Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, taking on the role of Canewell in the revival directed by Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide Photo
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026

BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
Kristolyn Lloyd, Michael Potts, and More Will Lead SEVEN GUITARS at Lincoln Center Th Photo
Kristolyn Lloyd, Michael Potts, and More Will Lead SEVEN GUITARS at Lincoln Center Theater
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater has announced the full cast and creative team for August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS, directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater.
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 29, 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.
Harlem Stage To Present Theatrical Concert Reading FREEDOM RIDERS: A JOURNEY WITH NO Photo
Harlem Stage To Present Theatrical Concert Reading FREEDOM RIDERS: A JOURNEY WITH NO END IN SIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2025

Harlem Stage will present Freedom Riders: A Journey With No End in Sight, a powerful theatrical concert reading running October 7–18, 2025. Advance tickets are on sale now.
Photos: The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Hosts Star-Studded HOLD 'EM IN HARLEM Photo
Photos: The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Hosts Star-Studded HOLD 'EM IN HARLEM
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025

Last week (May 22nd), The Classical Theatre of Harlem welcomed artists, philanthropists, and poker lovers to the seventh annual Hold ‘Em in Harlem fundraiser—a high-energy evening of Texas Hold ’Em, community, and culture held at the stunning Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel. Check out photos from the event.
Harlem Stage’s 2025 Gala Raises $825,000 for the Performing Arts Organization Photo
Harlem Stage’s 2025 Gala Raises $825,000 for the Performing Arts Organization
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2025

Harlem Stage’s 2025 Gala's theme was “Watch Your Step…There’s Glass All Over the Floor,” which honored ‘breakers of the glass ceiling.’ Learn more about the event here!
THE WOMAN IN THE YARD Available on Digital Platforms Tomorrow Photo
THE WOMAN IN THE YARD Available on Digital Platforms Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025

Blumhouse’s latest horror sensation, The Woman in the Yard, will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent tomorrow, April 15, 2025, from Universal. The film will be available on Blu-ray and DVD on May 27, 2025.
Photos: Stars Honor James Earl Jones at Memorial Event Photo
Photos: Stars Honor James Earl Jones at Memorial Event
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 9, 2025

On April 7, 2025, stars of the stage and screen gathered to honor the life of the late James Earl Jones at the James Earl Jones Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos here!
BMF Sets Season Four Premiere on Starz; Watch the New Teaser Photo
BMF Sets Season Four Premiere on Starz; Watch the New Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2025

The highly anticipated fourth season of STARZ' hit family crime drama “BMF,” will return on Friday, June 6, 2025. This season, viewers will see Meech and Terry traverse the continent as their business expands. Watch the teaser here.
Video: Danielle Deadwyler Stars in New Trailer for THE WOMAN IN THE YARD Photo
Video: Danielle Deadwyler Stars in New Trailer for THE WOMAN IN THE YARD
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

Watch a new trailer for The Woman in the Yard, the upcoming horror movie starring Danielle Deadwyler. In the film, The Piano Lesson star plays a grieving mother who discovers a strange woman occupying her yard.
Watch Danielle Deadwyler in the Chilling Trailer for THE WOMAN IN THE YARD - In Theat Photo
Watch Danielle Deadwyler in the Chilling Trailer for THE WOMAN IN THE YARD - In Theaters March 28
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2025

Blumhouse has released the first trailer for The Woman in the Yard, a new original chiller starring BAFTA and SAG nominee Danielle Deadwyler. Watch it now.
Starz Greenlights BMF Season Four Ahead of Season Three Premiere Photo
Starz Greenlights BMF Season Four Ahead of Season Three Premiere
by Michael Major - Feb 29, 2024

“BMF” season three stars Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. (“Euphoria”) as “Demetrius Flenory,” Da'Vinchi (“All American,” “Grown-ish”) as “Terry Flenory,” Russell Hornsby (Fences, The Hate U Give) as “Charles Flenory,” Michole Briana White (“Dead to Me,” She Hate Me) as “Lucille Flenory,” and more.
Review Roundup: Dominique Morisseau's SUNSET BABY at Signature Theatre Photo
Review Roundup: Dominique Morisseau's SUNSET BABY at Signature Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 21, 2024

Signature Theatre just celebrated opening night of Signature Premiere Resident, Tony Award-nominee, and MacArthur Fellow Dominique Morisseau's Sunset Baby, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. Check out what the critics are saying about the revival!
Signature Theatre to Host AN EVENING WITH PATRICK L. RILEY at SUNSET BABY This Thursd Photo
Signature Theatre to Host AN EVENING WITH PATRICK L. RILEY at SUNSET BABY This Thursday
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 18, 2024

The Signature Theatre Company, Biz Chica Media, and Patrick L. Riley will present 'An Evening with Patrick L. Riley' this Thursday, February 22nd. Learn more about the event here!
Video: Starz Drops Trailer For BMF” Season Three Photo
Video: Starz Drops Trailer For BMF” Season Three
by Michael Major - Jan 26, 2024

“BMF” season three stars returning actors Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. (“Euphoria”) as “Demetrius Flenory,” Da'Vinchi (“All American,” “Grown-ish”) as “Terry Flenory,” Russell Hornsby (Fences, The Hate U Give) as “Charles Flenory,” Michole Briana White (“Dead to Me,” She Hate Me) as “Lucille Flenory,” and more. Watch the video now!
Signature Theatre Presents Dominique Morisseau's SUNSET BABY, Directed by Steve H. Br Photo
Signature Theatre Presents Dominique Morisseau's SUNSET BABY, Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, January 30- March 10
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2024

Signature Theatre presents Signature Premiere Resident, Tony Award nominee, and MacArthur Fellow Dominique Morisseau's Sunset Baby, directed by Steve H. Broadnax III.
Saweetie, Cynthia Bailey & More Join BMF Season Three on STARZ Photo
Saweetie, Cynthia Bailey & More Join BMF Season Three on STARZ
by Michael Major - Dec 14, 2023

STARZ announced several new guest stars will join the growing list of high-profile musicians and celebrities attached to “BMF” season three, including Grammy Award winner Dominique “Lil Baby” Jones (It’s Only Me, 2022) musician and actress Saweetie (“Bel-Air,” “Grown-ish”) and Cynthia Bailey (“Real Housewives of Atlanta”).
Cast Set for Dominique Morisseau's SUNSET BABY at Signature Theatre Photo
Cast Set for Dominique Morisseau's SUNSET BABY at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023

Signature Theatre has revealed the cast of Dominique Morisseau's 'Sunset Baby,' directed by Steve H. Broadnax III.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of PURLIE VICTORIOUS Photo
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of PURLIE VICTORIOUS
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 2, 2023

BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big opening night of Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch and you can check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Russell Hornsby been in?

Russell Hornsby has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Russell Hornsby been in?

Russell Hornsby has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Russell Hornsby been nominated for?

and Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for King Hedley II.

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