Black Actors You Didn’t Know Were Sagittarius

From November 22 to December 21, Sagittarius season covers a surprising number of stars across film and television. The actors below span comedy, drama, action, and music-to-screen crossovers, with careers that include landmark franchises, acclaimed series, and beloved cult classics. Each entry spotlights notable roles, key milestones, and where their careers have taken them—plus the birthday that puts them under the archer’s sign. Dive in and see which familiar faces share this late-autumn birth window.

Michael Kenneth Williams

Born November 22, Michael K. Williams became known for Omar Little in ‘The Wire’ and Chalky White in ‘Boardwalk Empire’. His television work also included ‘The Night Of’ and ‘Lovecraft Country’. Williams appeared in films such as ’12 Years a Slave’ and ‘Inherent Vice’. He supported documentary projects and community initiatives alongside screen work.

John Henton

Born November 23, John Henton starred as Overton Wakefield Jones on ‘Living Single’. He also appeared on ‘The Hughleys’ and performed stand-up on late-night programs. Henton’s sitcom run fueled guest roles across network comedies. His career includes touring stand-up dates and television writing.

Page Kennedy

Born November 23, Page Kennedy appears in ‘The Meg’ and ‘The Meg 2: The Trench’ and previously starred on television in ‘Weeds’ and ‘Blue Mountain State’. He has combined acting with music releases. Kennedy’s online sketches and digital shorts expanded his audience. His film credits include action-adventure and ensemble comedies.

Rome Flynn

Born November 25, Rome Flynn won a Daytime Emmy for ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ and later joined ‘How to Get Away with Murder’. He has appeared in projects across Netflix and network television. Flynn’s work includes romantic dramas, thrillers, and holiday titles. He also records music tied to select roles.

Jaleel White

Born November 27, Jaleel White is widely recognized for Steve Urkel on ‘Family Matters’, a role that grew from guest spot to series fixture. He voiced Sonic in multiple animated series. White’s career includes film comedies and reality-competition hosting. He continues guest roles across sitcoms and streaming series.

James Avery

Born November 27, James Avery is remembered for Philip Banks on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’. He voiced Shredder in the original ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ animated series. Avery’s career spanned theater, television, and film guest roles. He taught and mentored young performers during his career.

Colman Domingo

Born November 28, Colman Domingo’s film work includes ‘Rustin’, ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’, and ‘If Beale Street Could Talk’, alongside ‘Fear the Walking Dead’ on television. He has an extensive stage background as actor, writer, and director. Domingo’s projects range from biographical dramas to festival features. He collaborates frequently with major playwrights and filmmakers.

Bryshere Y. Gray

Born November 28, Bryshere Y. Gray played Hakeem Lyon in ‘Empire’ and co-starred in ‘The New Edition Story’. He has appeared in feature films and television movies. Gray’s career ties performance and music, including soundtrack contributions. Roles often center on performance-driven narratives and ensemble casts.

Michael Blackson

Born November 28, Michael Blackson parlayed stand-up success into film and television cameos. He appeared in ensemble comedies and sketch programs. Blackson tours internationally, releasing specials that expand his on-screen profile. His projects include reality formats and guest roles in scripted series.

Don Cheadle

Born November 29, Don Cheadle earned acclaim for ‘Hotel Rwanda’ and joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as James Rhodes/War Machine. He also led series like ‘House of Lies’ and ‘Black Monday’. Cheadle directs and produces, expanding work behind the camera. His projects span indie dramas, blockbusters, and limited series.

Chadwick Boseman

Born November 29, Chadwick Boseman broke through with biographical roles in ’42’ and ‘Get on Up’ before leading ‘Black Panther’. He starred in ‘Marshall’ and earned major posthumous honors for ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’. Boseman’s portrayal of T’Challa reshaped superhero cinema and global box-office expectations. His stage and television work laid the foundation for his film run.

Rotimi

Born November 30, Rotimi portrayed Andre Coleman in ‘Power’ and appears in ‘Boss’ and ‘The Chi’. He maintains a recording career alongside acting. Film roles include comedy and romance projects across studios and streamers. His work often connects music and narrative arcs within series.

Robert Guillaume

Born November 30, Robert Guillaume won acclaim for the title role in ‘Benson’ after originating the character on ‘Soap’. He voiced Rafiki in ‘The Lion King’ and worked extensively on stage. Guillaume’s career included sitcoms, dramas, and animated features. He remained active as a narrator and voice performer.

Richard Pryor

Born December 1, Richard Pryor starred in ‘Silver Streak’, ‘Stir Crazy’, and ‘Brewster’s Millions’ in addition to genre-defining stand-up films. He co-wrote ‘Blazing Saddles’ and headlined multiple television specials. Pryor’s work influenced modern screen comedy. His performances bridged mainstream hits and boundary-pushing material.

Charles Michael Davis

Born December 1, Charles Michael Davis starred as Marcel Gerard in ‘The Originals’ and later joined ‘Younger’ and ‘NCIS: New Orleans’. He has directed episodic television. Davis’s credits include dramas, procedurals, and romantic series. He also works in modeling and commercial campaigns tied to screen roles.

Alfred Enoch

Born December 2, Alfred Enoch played Dean Thomas in the ‘Harry Potter’ films and Wes Gibbins in ‘How to Get Away with Murder’. He appears in British and international television, including genre and historical dramas. Enoch’s stage work spans Shakespeare and contemporary plays. He continues film roles across franchises and limited series.

Orlando Brown

Born December 4, Orlando Brown is known for ‘That’s So Raven’ and its related projects. His early career included roles in ‘Major Payne’ and ‘Family Matters’. Brown’s credits extend to voice work in animated series. He has also recorded music connected to his television presence.

Tony Todd

Born December 4, Tony Todd is iconic as the title character in ‘Candyman’ and appears in ‘The Crow’ and the ‘Final Destination’ series. He holds recurring and guest roles across genre television, including ‘Star Trek’ and ‘The Flash’. Todd’s voice work spans animation and games. He remains a staple at horror festivals and franchise reunions.

Noel Clarke

Born December 6, Noel Clarke wrote and starred in the ‘Kidulthood’ series and appeared in ‘Doctor Who’. He won the BAFTA Rising Star Award and created ‘Bulletproof’. Clarke’s credits cover writing, directing, and producing. His films often explore youth culture and London-set stories.

DeObia Oparei

Born December 7, DeObia Oparei has appeared in ‘Game of Thrones’, ‘Sex Education’, and studio features. He works across theater, television, and film. Oparei’s roles include fantasy, action, and character-driven dramas. He brings stage experience to international productions.

David Harewood

Born December 8, David Harewood gained international recognition in ‘Homeland’ and later starred in ‘Supergirl’. His credits include ‘Blood Diamond’, ‘The Night Manager’, and Royal Shakespeare Company work. Harewood has presented documentaries on mental health and media representation. He continues to split time between U.K. and U.S. productions.

Sammy Davis Jr.

Born December 8, Sammy Davis Jr. acted in ‘Ocean’s 11’ and ‘Robin and the 7 Hoods’ and headlined ‘The Sammy Davis Jr. Show’. He performed on Broadway and in Las Vegas while maintaining film and television appearances. Davis integrated singing, dancing, and acting across decades. His specials and guest spots remain part of classic television rotations.

Redd Foxx

Born December 9, Redd Foxx headlined ‘Sanford and Son’, a landmark sitcom with wide syndication. He also performed stand-up and appeared on variety programs. Foxx’s television work influenced later network comedies. He continued with specials and guest roles throughout his career.

Michael Dorn

Born December 9, Michael Dorn is known worldwide as Worf in ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ and ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’, plus multiple ‘Star Trek’ films. He has extensive voice acting across animation and games. Dorn’s screen career includes guest roles in procedurals and comedies. He also directs and appears at major franchise events.

Isaiah Russell-Bailey

Born December 9, Isaiah Russell-Bailey starred in ‘Family Reunion’ and appears in teen adventure and sci-fi projects. His film work includes streaming features and franchise-adjacent roles. Russell-Bailey’s training covers dance and stunt-friendly performance. He continues to build credits across family and young-adult genres.

Yasiin Bey

Born December 11, Yasiin Bey balances music and acting with roles in ‘The Italian Job’, ’16 Blocks’, and ‘Be Kind Rewind’. He earned acclaim for a dramatic arc on ‘Dexter’. Stage credits include productions like ‘Topdog/Underdog’. He continues to blend performance mediums across projects.

Gary Dourdan

Born December 11, Gary Dourdan is known for Warrick Brown on ‘CSI: Crime Scene Investigation’. He has appeared in thrillers, dramas, and international co-productions. Dourdan’s film credits include indie titles and TV movies. He also works in music and voice roles.

Jamie Foxx

Born December 13, Jamie Foxx won widespread recognition for ‘Ray’ and starred in films like ‘Django Unchained’ and ‘Collateral’. He moved from sketch and sitcom work to leading film roles. Foxx balances acting with a successful music career. His projects span biopics, action, and comedy.

Daniel Ezra

Born December 15, Daniel Ezra leads ‘All American’ as Spencer James. He trained in the U.K. before moving into U.S. television. Ezra’s credits include British dramas and guest roles in crime series. He participates in sports-themed outreach connected to the show.

JB Smoove

Born December 16, JB Smoove is widely recognized for ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ and appears in ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’. He hosts and voices projects across animation and advertising. Smoove’s stand-up and sketch background drives frequent TV guest roles. His credits span sitcoms, game shows, and feature comedies.

Stephan James

Born December 16, Stephan James earned nominations for ‘Homecoming’ and starred in ‘If Beale Street Could Talk’. Earlier, he portrayed Jesse Owens in ‘Race’. James has also led series like ‘Surface’. His filmography includes festival premieres and studio releases in Canada, the U.S., and the U.K.

Ernie Hudson

Born December 17, Ernie Hudson is known for Winston Zeddemore in the ‘Ghostbusters’ franchise and for Warden Leo Glynn on ‘Oz’. He has appeared in films such as ‘The Crow’, ‘Miss Congeniality’, and ‘Congo’. Hudson’s television work spans dramas and comedies across networks. He continues recurring roles in franchise reboots and new series.

DMX

Born December 18, DMX starred in ‘Belly’, ‘Romeo Must Die’, and ‘Exit Wounds’. He balanced film roles with a multi-platinum music career. Television credits include reality series and guest appearances. His action films paired him with martial-arts and thriller ensembles.

Ossie Davis

Born December 18, Ossie Davis acted in ‘Do the Right Thing’, ‘Jungle Fever’, and ‘Grumpy Old Men’ entries while writing and directing for stage and screen. He collaborated frequently with Ruby Dee. Davis’s career bridged civil-rights activism and the arts. He appeared in television dramas and miniseries throughout his later years.

Tony Rock

Born December 18, Tony Rock moved from stand-up to sitcoms and hosted competition formats. He appeared in ensemble comedies and recurring TV roles. Rock’s projects include sketch series and streaming specials. He tours while maintaining screen appearances.

Keith Powers

Born December 19, Keith Powers appeared in ‘The New Edition Story’ and ‘The Tomorrow War’. He has led romantic dramas and young-adult series on streaming platforms. Powers’ modeling background complements brand partnerships tied to roles. His credits include sports, sci-fi, and music-biopic projects.

Mike Colter

Born December 19, Mike Colter headlined ‘Luke Cage’ and co-starred in ‘The Defenders’ and ‘Jessica Jones’. He has appeared in features such as ‘Plane’ and character-driven dramas. Colter’s television work includes procedurals and genre series. He continues leading roles across streaming and network projects.

Samuel L. Jackson

Born December 21, Samuel L. Jackson’s credits range from ‘Pulp Fiction’ to Marvel’s Nick Fury across films and series. He has collaborated with directors such as Quentin Tarantino and Spike Lee. Jackson’s voice work includes roles in ‘The Incredibles’ franchise and games. His filmography spans hundreds of roles over multiple decades.

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