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Anthony Mackie

Acting Born Sep 23, 1978 New Orleans, Louisiana, USA 24 credits

Biography

Anthony Dwane Mackie, born September 23, 1978, is an American actor known for portraying Sam Wilson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, beginning with Captain America: The Winter Soldier in 2014 and later starring as the titular character in Captain America: Brave New World in 2025. He gained early critical recognition for his performances in Brother to Brother, which earned him an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Actor, and The Hurt Locker, which led to Best Supporting Actor nominations from the AAFCA Awards and the Independent Spirit Awards. Mackie made his film debut in 8 Mile in 2002 and has since appeared in various feature films, television series, and stage productions, including Ma Rainey's Black Bottom on Broadway. By 2026, he had also become widely recognized online through the viral "Son" meme.

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