Michael B. Jordan
American Actor in Black Panther
Born
February 9th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor achieved recognition for roles in television and film. Gained prominence through the portrayal of Wallace in the series The Wire and as Erik Killmonger in the blockbuster film Black Panther. Additionally starred in the critically acclaimed film Fruitvale Station, which highlighted the life of Oscar Grant. Other notable performances included roles in Creed and its sequel, Creed II, where portrayed the character Adonis Creed, the son of the legendary boxer Apollo Creed.
Portrayed Erik Killmonger in Black Panther
Starred in Fruitvale Station
Played Adonis Creed in Creed series
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