Dennis Haysbert
Actor known for role in 24
Born
June 2nd, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1954, an American actor and producer gained significant recognition for the role of David Palmer in the series '24'. Portrayed various characters in film and television, including parts in 'Major League' and 'The Unit'. Haysbert's distinctive voice led to a career in voice acting, contributing to commercials and animated series. Received acclaim for performances across different genres.
Played David Palmer in '24'
Appeared in 'Major League'
Featured in 'The Unit'
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