Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
September 21, 1962
Place of Birth:
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
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Michael Potts
Biography
Michael Potts, born January 26, 1962, in Brooklyn, NY, is a versatile American actor known for his captivating performances across stage and screen. A Juilliard alum, he soared in Broadway, earning acclaim for "The Book of Mormon." His portrayal of Brother Mouzone in HBO's "The Wire" showcased his depth. Potts' talent spans television ("True Detective," "The Good Fight") and film ("The Promised Land"), embodying diverse characters with magnetic authenticity. With each role, he leaves an indelible mark, captivating audiences with his nuanced portrayals and solidifying his place as a revered actor in the industry.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Highest 2 Lowest | Patrick Bethea |
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson | Wining Boy |
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision | Self |
| 2023 | Rustin | Cleve Robinson |
| 2023 | Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III | Lord Stanley |
| 2022 | Measure of Revenge | Detective Eaton |
| 2022 | Rounding | Dr. Emil Harrison |
| 2021 | Cicada | Francis |
| 2020 | Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Slow Drag |
| 2020 | Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen | Self |
| 2018 | Here and Now | Ray |
| 2016 | 37 | Archibald Smith |
| 2016 | Let Me Make You a Martyr | Charon |
| 1997 | Conspiracy Theory | Justice Guard |
| 1997 | The Peacemaker | DOE Haz-mat Tech #1 |
| 1995 | Hackers | Tow Truck Driver |
| Out of Order! | Jerry |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Irrational | Nnamdi Adesina |
| 2022 | East New York | Goody Gaines |
| 2022 | The First Lady | Fraser Robinson |
| 2020 | Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector | Dr. Arthur Wasden |
| 2019 | Prodigal Son | Dr. Brandon Marsh |
| 2018 | God Friended Me | King Omari |
| 2018 | FBI | Agent Bruce Ellis |
| 2017 | Taken | Hanson |
| 2017 | The Good Fight | Bill Goate |
| 2016 | BrainDead | Dr. Daudier |
| 2016 | Bull | Judge Nolan |
| 2015 | Allegiance | |
| 2014 | True Detective | Maynard Gilbough |
| 2014 | Gotham | Sid Bunderslaw |
| 2014 | Madam Secretary | Senator Fred Reynolds |
| 2013 | The Blacklist | Iniko |
| 2012 | Elementary | Doctor Peter Hanson |
| 2011 | Person of Interest | Travers |
| 2010 | Blue Bloods | Thorton Mead |
| 2009 | White Collar | David |
| 2007 | Flight of the Conchords | Nigel Saladu |
| 2002 | The Wire | Brother Mouzone |
| 1999 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Cole Draper |
| 1997 | Thomas Jefferson | |
| 1997 | Thomas Jefferson | Isaac |
| 1990 | Law & Order | Reggie Dobbs |
| 1990 | Law & Order | Lester Wilkes |
| 1990 | Law & Order | Malcolm Young |
| 1990 | Law & Order | Kenneth Lowell |
| Nemesis | James Sealey |