65 Most Handsome Black Actors in Hollywood
*Originally published by Gloria N in July 2023 and Updated by Vanessa R in March 2024
Black Hollywood actors have been playing an important role in the entertainment industry and have a great influence on popular culture. They have great talents and skills. They are well-trained to give the best performances. Some of the training includes Voice projection, physical expression, and acting techniques.
They all come from different backgrounds and also have different career trajectories. Their performances are measured on different aspects such as awards, the overall impact on the industry, and box office earnings. An example of them includes Denzel Washington, Will Smith, and many others.
1. Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington was born on 28th December 1954 and is an American actor, director, and producer. He is married to Paulette Washington and has been blessed with four kids.
Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards and has been praised for his powerful and extraordinary performance as well as his ability to bring and show complex characters.
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2. Billy Porter
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William Ellis Porter 11 famously known by his professional name Billy Porter, is a handsome Hollywood actor who was born on 21st September 1969. He has been in the entertainment industry for quite some time now.
In 1992 he won some cash on the American Show Star Search and later appeared in some shows such as A Young Britney Spears. He has also appeared in some notable films such as “Drag Queen” and “Seth Michael Donsky’s Twisted”.
3. Will Smith
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Will Smith is a Hollywood actor born on 25th September 1968. His success in the film industry came when he was airing a television series called “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”.
That show was a big success for him as it introduced him to both film and television. Some of the movies he has acted in include “Ali” and “Six Degrees of Separation” among others.
4. Travante Rhodes
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Travante Rhodes is one of the most famous handsome Hollywood actors. He was born on 10th February 1990. He has great acting skills and the ability to change his characters.
Travante has received many critical acclaims for being the best actor in films such as “Moonlight”. Some of his other notable movies include “Bird Box”, and “The United States vs Billie Holiday”.
5. Jamie Foxx
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Jamie Foxx was born on 13th December 1967, he is an actor, comedian, producer, and singer. When he was getting into the entertainment industry, he began as a stand-up comedian. He was a cast member on the sketch comedy show known as “In Living Color”.
Later on, he started acting and starred in several movies such as “Collateral”, “Baby Driver” and “Jarhead” among others. He can showcase different genres which include action, drama, comedy, and also musicals.
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6. Anthony Mackie
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Anthony Mackie is an incredible handsome actor born on 23rd September 1978. His first debut film was “8 Mile” in 2002. He has received critical acclaim in some films such as “Brother to Brother” where he was nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for being the best actor.
He has successfully established his acting career by developing great skills and showing the best character.
7. Eddie Murphy
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Eddie is an American actor who has been in the entertainment industry for a while now. He started as a comedian in the early 1980s when he was a cast member on the sketch comedy show known as “Saturday Night Live”.
The show paved for his big breakthrough in the entertainment industry. In the 1990s he was so deep into acting and all the movies he has filmed have been a great success.
8. Mahershala Ali
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Mahershala is a black Hollywood actor born on 16th February 1974. He gained fame after appearing in the film “House of Cards” where he played Remy Danton in the political drama series.
He has starred in several films such as “Moonlight” which made him receive several critical acclaim.
9. Idris Elba
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Idris Elba an actor has great skills in acting which he has portrayed in several movies and has made him a prominent figure in both film and television.
He gained fame in a television series called “The Wire”, which was aired for a while and he showed his great acting skills. The television series created pave for him in other movies and has received numerous awards and nominations.
10. Chadwick Boseman
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Chadwick was a Hollywood actor who was born on November 29, 1976. He was in the entertainment industry for several years. He gained fame when he filmed in the movie known as “Black Panther” where he acted as King T’Challa, and the movie went viral all over the world.
He has starred in numerous movies and has shown great performance in his acting career and portrayed different characters.
11. Michael B. Jordan
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Michael Jordan is a Hollywood actor who was born on 9th February 1987 in Santa Ana, California. He gained fame in the entertainment industry when he starred in the film called “Fruitvale Station” in which he acted as Oscar Grant.
The film earned him critical acclaim and established him as a talented actor. He has starred in other movies where he has shown his great skills in acting.
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12. John Boyega
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John Boyega is a Hollywood actor. His outstanding acting roles have been portrayed in both films and television shows. He gained Britain fame in 2011 when he starred in the sci-fi film “Attack the Block” in which he played the role of Moses.
The movie was a great success and he was awarded as the best actor. He has also appeared in other movies and all have been a great success.
13. Don Cheadle
Don Cheadle is a successful Hollywood actor born on 29th November 1964. His performances are powerful and a great success. His breakthrough movie which gained him fame was “Devil in a Blue Dress”.
Some of the other movies he has starred in include “Boogie Nights”, “Traffic” and “Out of Sight” among many others.
14. Laurence Fishburne
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Laurence is one of the most handsome Hollywood actors. He was born on 30th July 1961 in Augusta Georgia. He has starred in numerous films and has shown his great acting skills and powerful performances.
Some of his notable performance includes “Apocalypse Now”, “King of New York” and “Boyz n the Hood” among many others.
15. Dayo Okeniyi
Dayo is a Nigerian- American handsome actor born on 14th June 1988. He gained wide recognition when he played a great and attractive role as Thresh in The Hunger Games and as Danny Dyson in the film “Terminator Genisys”.
His other notable films include “Emperor”, “Endless Love” and “Cavemen” among others.
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16. Sterling K. Brown
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Sterling is a handsome Hollywood actor born on 5th April 1976. He has been in the entertainment industry for a long time now. His performances have been portrayed in both television series and films.
In 2016 he portrayed his acting skills on the television series called “The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story” which made him famous. He has starred in some notable films and has built a successful acting career.
17. Djimon Hounsou
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Djimon is handsome Beninese- American actor and model born on 24th April 1964. As an actor, he has been in lame light for several years.
The first film that made him famous was “Amistad” in 1997. The film earned him critical acclaim which was the beginning of his successful acting career.
18. Anthony Mackie
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Anthony Mackie is a handsome and talented black actor in Hollywood. His powerful performances in acting have been greatly showcased in films and television series.
Some of the notable films that he has starred in include “Avengers Endgame”, “The Falcon” “The Winter Soldier” and “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” among many others.
19. Mike Colter
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Mike is a handsome Hollywood actor born on 26th August 1976 in Columbia, South Caroline. He has appeared in several television series and films.
Some of the films he starred in include “Million Dollar Baby” and “Men in Black 3″ among many others. To date, Mike makes significant impacts in his acting performances.
20. Tyler Perry
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Tyler is a handsome actor born on 13th September 1969 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He began his entertainment career in a television series called Tyler Perry’s House of Payne which aired from 2006 to 2012.
He has well established his acting career and has become so famous. Some of the films he has featured in include Alex Cross, Gone Girl, and “Those who wish me dead” among many others.
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21. Daniel Kaluuya
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Daniel Kaluuya was born on 24th February 1989 and he is a great and handsome Hollywood actor. He began his acting career while still a teenager in theatres.
He has also appeared in television shows such as a series called Skins which aired from 2007- 2009 and he showcased his great skills which captured the attention of the people and was greatly admired. Some of his notable films include “Widows”, and “Black Panther” among many others.
22. Chiwetel Ejiofor
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Chiwetel is a handsome British actor. He debuted in an entertaining film in 1996 in a television series called Deadly Voyage. Later on, he went to London and became a stage actor.
He has appeared in worldly known shows such as William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet where he acted as Romeo. Chiwetel has shown great performances in his acting career had has received numerous awards.
23. David Oyelowo
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David is a great and handsome British actor born on 1 April 1976. He married Jessica Watson and has four kids. He debuted in acting in 1999 when he played the role of Ben Jonson in the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Some of the movies he has acted in include “The Help”, “Lincoln”, and “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” among many others.
24. Terrence Howard
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Terrence is a successful Hollywood actor born on 11th March 1969. Being in the entertainment industry he has appeared in many films and television shows.
His first film was “The Jacksons: An American Dream” in which he acted as Jackie Jackson. Throughout his career, he has shown great skills and his ability to take different characters.
25. Blair Underwood
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Blair is a great Hollywood actor known for his acting talent. He debuted in the entertainment industry in 1985 in the film “Krush Groove”.
He later gained recognition on the television series called “L.A Law” when he acted as Attorney Jonathan Rollins. The television series aired from 1987- 1994.
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26. Michael Ealy
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Michael Ealy was born in Washington D.C. He debuted in the entertainment industry in the 1990s when he appeared in some off-Broadway stage productions.
He is married to Khatira Rafiqzada and has two kids. Some notable films include “Bad Company”, “The Lush Life” and “Barbershop” among many others.
27. Tyrese Gibson
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Tyrese is a handsome American actor and singer. His great fame came from his advertising for coca- cola. Tyrese’s first film was John Singleton’s coming-of-age hood film Baby Boy in 2001.
He also gained world fame when he appeared in the film “Fast & Furious” which was a great success and trended worldwide. He has great acting skills and is also a great artist.
28. Jesse Williams
Jesse William is a great Hollywood actor born in Chicago. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows. Some of the films he has starred in include “Hustle & Flow” which earned him a critical claim for an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
In 2005, William made a great step to study acting and was later nominated among the people to participate in the New York Actors Showcase which was presented by ABC Television. Since then, Jesse perfected his acting skills.
29. Terrence J
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Terrence is a handsome Hollywood actor born on 11 March 1969. He has great acting skills and the ability to change characters hence earning critical acclaim in several movies.
Some of the great movies he has acted in include “The Heart Specialist”, “Sparkle”, “Think Like a Man” and “Baggage Claim” among many others.
30. Taye Diggs
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Taye was born on 2nd January 1971 in New Jersey. He has been in the entertainment industry for quite a while now and amazes people with his acting skills.
He gained fame in the film called “Rent” in which he acted as Benjamin Coffin and through that film he received critical acclaim. Some of his other notable movies include “The Best Man”, “Chicago” and “How Stella Got Her Groove Back” among many others.
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31. Morris Chestnut
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Morris is a handsome Hollywood actor born on 1st January 1969. Over the years in the entertainment industry, he has built a successful career in both television and film. He portrays different genres in his acting career.
Just like any other actor, there is that movie that came with a breakthrough. For Morris, it was “Boyz n the Hood” which was filmed in 1991. His role was a high school football player and he did so well.
32. Lenny Kravitz
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Lenny is one of the many most admired Hollywood actors born on 26th May 1964. Other than acting he is a great and famous singer. He was married to Lisa Bonet and they later divorced in 1993.
Some of the movies he has appeared in include “The Hunger Games”, and “Precious”. He has also appeared on some television shows.
33. Donald Glover
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Donald is a Hollywood actor. Other than acting he is a singer, songwriter, author, and fashion model. In the entertainment industry, he has built a successful career.
He gained wide recognition when he acted in the film “Fast & Furious” where he acted as Roman Pearce. His other notable films include “Baby Boy”, “Waist Deep” and “Transformers” among others.
34. Stephan James
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Stephan James a great Hollywood actor has a charismatic appearance and talent. He has captured people’s attention in both films and television shows. He has received critical acclaim in some films for his great skills.
He appeared in a great television series called “Homecoming” with which he received a Golden Globe Award Nomination. His notable films include “Home Again” and “Selma” among others.
35. Kevin Hart
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Kevin Hart is a handsome and great Hollywood actor. Other than acting, he is a comedian, writer, and producer. He was Born on 6th July 1979.
When he got into the entertainment industry he began as a stand-up comedian and gained fame. He has starred in numerous films such as “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”, “Ride Along” and “Night School”.
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36. Damon Wayans Jr.
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Damon is of the most admired Hollywood actors. He is the son of actor and comedian Damon Wayans and he must have gained and learnt from his dad. He has built a successful career in both television and films.
A television series that gave him wide recognition was “Happy Endings”. He has established himself as a talented comedian and actor by following in the footsteps of his family’s comedic legacy.
37. Jussie Smollett
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Jussie is a great actor and also a singer. He was born on 21st June 1982 in California. He has established his career in acting on both television series and films.
An example of a television series that gained him fame is called “Empire” which was aired in 2015.
38. O’Shea Jackson Jr
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O’Shea is a handsome actor and rapper born on 24th February 1991 in California. His dad is one of the greatest Hollywood actors called Ice Cube. He might have learned great acting skills from his Dad.
He gained wide recognition after portraying his father in the biographical drama film called “Straight Outta Compton” which was filmed in 2015. He has worked so hard to build his name in the entertainment career.
39. Isaiah Mustafa
Mustafa is a great actor and has been in the industry for quite a long time. Other than acting he is a professional football player. He has successfully built his career on both television shows and films.
His great television show was the “series Old Spice”. He has starred in movies such as “Horrible Bosses” and “Madea’s Big Happy Family”.
40. Laz Alonso
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Lazaro is an American actor born on 25th March 1974. His striking looks and talent have made him a known actor.
Some of the films that made him known are “Avatar” in which he played as Tsu’tey and“Fast & Furious” in which he played as Fenix Calderon.
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41. Common
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Common also known as Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr. is one of the most handsome Hollywood actors. Other than acting, he is a rapper, poet, and activist. He became famous as a rapper and later he made a debut in acting.
He has filmed in various movies that include “Smokin’ Aces”, “Selma” and “American Gangster” among others. Common keeps on perfecting his acting skills and does great work.
42. Shemar Moore
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Shemar is a handsome American actor and model born on 20th April 1970 in California. His genre of acting is basically drama. He has established a successful career in television series and films.
From 2005 to 2016, there was a television series that aired known as “Criminal Minds” which made him more famous. He played the role of FBI special agent. Some notable films include “The Brother”, “Diary of a Mad Black Woman” and “The Bounce Back”.
43. Derek Luke
Derek, one of the handsome Hollywood actors was born on 24th April 1974 in New Jersey. He is a great actor with powerful acting skills. He has received critical acclaim for some movies such “As Antwone Fisher”.
As Antwone Fisher’s film was the beginning of other great movies he has starred in. An example of his notable movies includes “Friday Night Lights”, “Glory Road” and “Captain America; The First Avenger”.
44. Mehcad Brooks
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Mehcad is a young handsome Hollywood actor. Besides acting he is a model and musician. He gained fame first by being a model where he could advertise for big brands such as Calvin Klein and Armani.
His acting skills have been shown on both television shows and films such as “Glory Road” and “About Last Night”.
45. Lance Gross
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Lance is a young Hollywood actor born on 8th July 1981. He has been in the entertainment industry for a while now and has been perfecting his talent.
His first success in his acting career was on the television series called “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne”. The show earned him critical acclaim. He has also featured in some notable films such as “Meet the Browns”, and “Our Family Wedding”
46. Omari Hardwick
Omari is a successful Hollywood actor known for his versatile performance in film and television. Just like others who gained recognition through television series, Omari too make a great debut in the entertainment industry and gained recognition through a television series called Power which aired from 2014- 2020.
After the recognition, he got a chance to participate in various films such as “Kick-Ass”, “Sorry to Bother You” and “Spell” among others. He has perfected his talent and has become a great actor in Hollywood movies.
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47. Trevor Noah
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Trevor is a famous Hollywood actor from South Africa. He is also a television host and a political commentator. As a television host, he hosted one of the famous shows “The Daily Show”.
He has released several comedy specials such as “Trevor Noah: African American”, “Trevor Noah: Lost in Translation” and “Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia.
48. Brandon T. Jackson
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Brandon Jackson is an Actor, comedian, and rapper from Detroit, Michigan. He gained fame in the entertainment industry from his comedic performances in film and television.
His genre of acting is drama and comics. His breakthrough in acting came from the comedy film known as “Roll Bounce”. Some of his other comic films include “Tropic Thunder” and “Epic Movie”.
49. Gary Dourdan
As an actor, Gary is well known for his role as Warrick Brown on the television series called “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation”. The show aired from 2000 to 2008.
His role was being a forensic analyst in the Las Vegas Crime Lab and he was the main actor. Gary has played a big part in the film industry. Some of his notable films include “Alien: Resurrection” and “Playing God” among others.
50. Lamorne Morris
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Lamorne is an American actor, comedian, and television personality. He is famously known for his role in “New Girl” a television series in which he acted as Winston Bishop.
His role showcased his comedic timing and versatility as an actor. He has also appeared in some notable films such as “Barbershop: The Next Cut” and “Game Night” which was filmed in 2018.
51. Damson Idris
Damson a handsome Hollywood actor was born on 2nd September 1991. He studied drama at the university and received a BA Honors degree in Theatre, Film & Television studies.
He is widely recognized for starring in John Singleton’s crime drama known as “Snowfall”. His other known films include Farming, “Astral” and “The Commuter”.
52. Mike Colter
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Mike Colter is an American actor born on 26th August 1976 in Columbia, South Carolina. His first breakthrough recognition was a Marvel Comics Superhero in the Marvel Netflix Series.
Some of his notable films include “Million Dollar Baby” and “Men in Black 3”. Other than being on his Marvel projects, Mike continues to work in television and films.
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53. Robert Richard
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Robert is an established Hollywood actor. He has appeared in numerous film and television shows throughout his career. Robert gained wide recognition from his role in the comedy film called “Coach Carter” where he acted as Bobby Walker.
His genre of acting is mostly comedy. In the television show, he played on a big television series called “One on One” which aired from 2001 to 2006.
54. Kofi Siriboe
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Kofi Siriboe is a Hollywood actor and besides that, he is a model. His charming appearance has attracted many people. His roles in acting have been showcased in both films and television shows.
He gained wide recognition on a television series called “Queen Sugar”. Kofi has also appeared in notable films such as “The Longshots” and “Girls Trip”.
55. Winston Duke
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Winston is a black handsome actor. He has great acting skills and an incredible look which attracts people and has made him famous in Hollywood. He started acting in theatres and that is how he grew his skills.
His debut movie was “Black Panther” in which he acted as M’Baku. He is also known for portraying the character in four films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
56. Donald Faison
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Donald is a Hollywood actor, comedian, and voice actor. He has been in the industry for a while and has been giving excellent performances in any film that he participated.
One of his recognition is on the medical comedy-drama series called “Scrubs” which aired from 2001- 2010. His notable films include “Clueless” and “Remember the Titans”.
57. Marlon Wayans
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Marlon is a great handsome Hollywood actor who comes from a legendary family known for his great contributions to comedy in film and television. He collaborated with his brother Shawn Wayans and together created amazing works of comedy together.
Some of their notable films include “Scary Movie”, “Little Man” and “White Chicks” Marlon a writer and producer has been involved in creating and developing projects.
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58. Da’Vinchi
Da’Vinchi a great actor was born on 10th October 1995 in Brooklyn, New York. He has a charming face that attracts people so much and has earned him recognition in Hollywood.
His real name is Abraham D. Juste. His notable Movies include “Vagas High”, “The Way Back” and “Cult Classic”.
59. Damon Wayans
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Damon is a Hollywood actor, comedian, writer and producer. He gained fame when he was a cast member of the sketch comedy series called “In Living Color”.
He is from a legendary family called the Wayans who are great in comedy shows. He has established great skills and has improved his talent.
60. Brian Tyree Henry
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Brian Tyree is a great actor born on 31st March 1982. He has been in the entertainment industry for quite a while now and he is giving great performances. He became famous for his role as Alfred “Paper Boi” in the FX comedy-drama series called “Atlanta”.
He has received numerous critical acclaims for his outstanding performances. Some of his notable movies include “Puerto Ricans in Paris”, “Irreplaceable You” and “Godzilla vs.Kong” among many others.
61. Jonathan Majors
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Jonathan Majors was born on 7th September 1989. He has amazing looks which have earned him recognition in Hollywood. He has incredible acting skills and the ability to change into different characters.
Jonathan Majors gained fame for starring in the independent film called “The Last Black Man in San Francisco”.
62. Columbus Short
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Columbus Short is a Hollywood actor and Choreographer. He was born on 19th September 1982. He is married to Aida Abramyan and has four children.
Columbus is known for his amazing acting skills. Some of his notable films include “Cadillac Records”, “Armored”, and “The Losers”.
63. Chris Tucker
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Chris Tucker is a Hollywood actor and comedian. He gained great recognition from the film “Rush Hour” when he played the role of detective James Carter. Before the action-comedy film, Chris had already made his name famous as he was doing standup comedies.
An example of his stand-up comedy show includes “Chris Tucker Live”. Some of his other notable films include “Friday”, “The Fifth Element” and “Silver Linings Playbook”.
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64. Orlando Jones
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Jones is a great Hollywood actor, comedian, and writer. He has appeared in many films and television roles in the entertainment industry.
He was a cast member of the sketch comedy series called “MADtv” where he showcased his great comedic skills. He has appeared in many films and has established a successful career.
65. Leslie Odom Jr
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Leslie was born on 6th August 1981. He is a Hollywood actor and besides that, he is a singer. His amazing roles have been showcased on both television shows and films.
He started acting in theatres and since then, he has been making incredible moves. Some of his known films include “Red Tails”, “The Many Saints of Newark” and “One Night in Miami” among many others.
In conclusion, this article has highlighted the amazing talent and charisma exhibited by 65 black handsome actors in Hollywood. These individuals have attracted individuals with their striking looks and also great representation in the entertainment industry. They are a true definition of the limitless potential of talent and also remind us that true beauty goes far beyond physical appearance.
5 Award-Winning Performances By Handsome Actors
1.Leonardo DiCaprio in The Revenant
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Leonardo DiCaprio’s powerful portrayal of Hugh Glass in The Revenant (2015) finally earned him a well-deserved Academy Award for Best Actor. In this gritty and intense survival drama, DiCaprio brings raw emotion and physicality to his role as a frontiersman who endures unimaginable hardships after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by his companions.
His commitment to the character is evident in every scene, as he conveys the pain, determination, and resilience of a man pushed to his limits. DiCaprio’s performance is a tour de force that showcases his incredible range and ability to fully immerse himself in a role.
2. Brad Pitt in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Brad Pitt’s charismatic and nuanced performance as Cliff Booth in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019) earned him an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Pitt brings depth and complexity to his character, a loyal and charming stunt double who navigates the changing landscape of 1960s Hollywood alongside his friend and employer, Rick Dalton (played by Leonardo DiCaprio). Pitt effortlessly balances humor, coolness, and vulnerability, creating a character that is both likable and intriguing. His on-screen presence is magnetic, and he steals every scene he’s in with his natural charm and acting prowess.
3. George Clooney in The Descendants
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George Clooney’s captivating performance as Matt King in The Descendants (2011) garnered him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. In this heartfelt and poignant drama, Clooney plays a man grappling with the revelation of his wife’s infidelity while also dealing with the responsibility of deciding the fate of his family’s ancestral land in Hawaii.
Clooney brings a sense of authenticity and emotional depth to his character, conveying the conflicting emotions of a man facing difficult choices and trying to reconnect with his daughters. His subtle and nuanced acting perfectly captures the complexity of the human experience.
4. Tom Cruise in Jerry Maguire
Tom Cruise’s iconic performance as Jerry Maguire in the eponymous 1996 film earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Cruise brings charm, vulnerability, and depth to his portrayal of a sports agent who experiences a crisis of conscience and starts his own agency. His character’s journey of self-discovery and personal growth is both relatable and inspiring, and Cruise’s acting skills shine through in every scene.
He delivers memorable lines with conviction and has great chemistry with his co-stars, particularly Renée Zellweger, who plays his love interest. Cruise’s performance in *Jerry Maguire* is a testament to his star power and acting abilities.
5. Ryan Gosling in La La Land
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Ryan Gosling’s mesmerizing performance as Sebastian Wilder in La La Land (2016) earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. In this enchanting musical romance, Gosling plays a passionate jazz pianist who falls in love with an aspiring actress, played by Emma Stone.
Gosling’s acting is both charming and emotionally resonant, as he conveys the joys and struggles of pursuing one’s dreams in a competitive and often unforgiving industry. His musical talents are also showcased in the film, as he performs several memorable songs and dance numbers with grace and charisma. Gosling’s performance is a highlight of the film and a testament to his versatility as an actor.
Planning a trip to Paris ? Get ready !
These are Amazon’s best-selling travel products that you may need for coming to Paris.
Bookstore
- The best travel book : Rick Steves – Paris 2023 – Learn more here
- Fodor’s Paris 2024 – Learn more here
Travel Gear
- Venture Pal Lightweight Backpack – Learn more here
- Samsonite Winfield 2 28″ Luggage – Learn more here
- Swig Savvy’s Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottle – Learn more here
Check Amazon’s best-seller list for the most popular travel accessories. We sometimes read this list just to find out what new travel products people are buying.