HAPPY BIRTHDAY!: December 4, 1954
BIRTHPLACE: Washington, DC
AGE: 68 years old
BIRTH SIGN: Sagittarius
About
With a gravely voice and at 6’5″ frame, he was a natural choice to play the title role in the Candyman horror film franchise. His portrayal of Reverend Zombie in Hatchet and Hatchet II brought him additional fame.
Before Fame
After graduating college, he studied at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center.
Trivia
On television he played the long-lost brother of Lt. Worf on Star Trek, and had a recurring role on the legal drama Boston Public.
Family Life
His sister Monique Dupree was considered the first black Scream Queen.
Associated With
One of his earliest roles was as Sgt. Warren in the Oliver Stone film, Platoon.