Michael Potts

Michael Potts

61 · Born: Sep 21, 1962

Personal Details

Born Sep 21, 1962 Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

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.

Career

2023
Rustin
Rustin as Cleveland Robinson
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2022
Rounding
Rounding as Dr. Emil Harrison
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Measure of Revenge
Measure of Revenge as Detective Eaton
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The First Lady
The First Lady as Fraser Robinson
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2021
Cicada
Cicada as Francis
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2020
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom as Slow Drag
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2019
God Friended Me
God Friended Me as King Omari
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2018
Change in the Air
Change in the Air as Professor Hoffman
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Elementary
Elementary as Doctor Peter Hanson
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2016
Let Me Make You a Martyr
Let Me Make You a Martyr as Charon
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37
37 as Archibald Smith
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BrainDead
BrainDead as Dr. Daudier
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The Blacklist
The Blacklist as Iniko
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2015
Allegiance
Allegiance
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2014
True Detective
True Detective as Maynard Gilbough
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Person of Interest
Person of Interest as Travers
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White Collar
White Collar as David
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2013
Mom
Mom as Andy
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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Cole Draper
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2009
Flight of the Conchords
Flight of the Conchords as Nigel Saladu
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2006
Law & Order
Law & Order as Malcolm Young
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1997
Conspiracy Theory
Conspiracy Theory as Justice Guard
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Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson as Isaac
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