Michael Potts
September 21, 1962 (62 years old) in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
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
Credits
- 2024 · The Piano Lesson as Wining Boy
- 2023 · Rustin as Cleve Robinson
- 2023 · Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III as Lord Stanley
- 2022 · East New York as Goody Gaines
- 2022 · Rounding as Dr. Emil Harrison
- 2022 · The First Lady as Fraser Robinson
- 2022 · Measure of Revenge as Detective Eaton
- 2021 · Cicada as Francis
- 2020 · Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen as Self
- 2020 · Ma Rainey's Black Bottom as Slow Drag
- 2020 · Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector as Dr. Arthur Wasden
- 2019 · Prodigal Son as Dr. Brandon Marsh
- 2018 · Here and Now as Ray
- 2018 · God Friended Me as King Omari
- 2018 · FBI as Agent Bruce Ellis
- 2017 · Taken as Hanson
- 2017 · The Good Fight as Bill Goate
- 2016 · 37 as Archibald Smith
- 2016 · Let Me Make You a Martyr as Charon
- 2016 · BrainDead as Dr. Daudier
- 2015 · Allegiance as
- 2014 · Gotham as Sid Bunderslaw
- 2014 · True Detective as Maynard Gilbough
- 2013 · The Blacklist as Iniko
- 2012 · Elementary as Doctor Peter Hanson
- 2011 · Person of Interest as Travers
- 2010 · Blue Bloods as Thorton Mead
- 2009 · White Collar as David
- 2007 · Flight of the Conchords as Nigel Saladu
- 2002 · The Wire as Brother Mouzone
- 1999 · Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Cole Draper
- 1997 · The Peacemaker as DOE Haz-mat Tech #1
- 1997 · Conspiracy Theory as Justice Guard
- 1997 · Thomas Jefferson as
- 1997 · Thomas Jefferson as Isaac
- 1995 · Hackers as Tow Truck Driver
- 1990 · Law & Order as Reggie Dobbs
- 1990 · Law & Order as Lester Wilkes
- 1990 · Law & Order as Malcolm Young
- Future · High and Low as Patrick Bethea
- Future · Out of Order! as Jerry