Carl Clemons-Hopkins
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 20, 1987 in Lithonia, Georgia, USA
- Active Years
- 2014–2026 (13 Years)
- Total Credits
- 16 credits in database
Biography
Carl Clemons-Hopkins is an American actor born on July 20, 1987, in Lithonia, Georgia. They are a non-binary actor known for playing the role of Marcus in the Max comedy-drama series Hacks, which began in 2021. For this performance, Clemons-Hopkins received a nomination for the 2021 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. This nomination made them the first out, gender non-binary actor to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy award in the history of the ceremony. Additionally, Clemons-Hopkins made their Broadway debut in the spring of 2026, originating the role of Brooks Duncan in the world premiere of the Tony Award nominated production The Balusters.
Career overview
Carl Clemons-Hopkins is an American actor born on July 20, 1987, in Lithonia, Georgia. They are a non-binary actor known for their role as Marcus in the Max comedy-drama series Hacks, which premiered in 2021. For this performance, Clemons-Hopkins received a nomination for the 2021 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. This nomination made them the first out, gender non-binary actor to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy award in the history of the ceremony.
In addition to their television work, Clemons-Hopkins has appeared in theater. They made their Broadway debut in the spring of 2026 in the world premiere of The Balusters, a Tony Award nominated production, in which they originated the role of Brooks Duncan. According to The Movie Database, the actor has sixteen known credits.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
16 titles- Via Negativa (2026)
- The Beanie Bubble (2023) as Jeremy
- The Mattachine Family (2023) as Ted
- The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022) as Self
- Hacks (2021) as Marcus
- Candyman (2021) as Jameson
- Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020) as Narj (voice)
- Range Runners (2020) as Howard
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self
- Tamron Hall (2019) as Self - Guest
- The Chi (2018) as Jean
- Chicago Med (2015) as Sean Richter
- Christmas Dreams (2015) as Musician 2
- Chicago P.D. (2014) as DEA Agent Thomas
- Ornithomancy as Interviewer
- Ornithomancy Executive Producer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Carl Clemons-Hopkins best known for?
Carl Clemons-Hopkins is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Beanie Bubble (2023), The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022), Hacks (2021), Candyman (2021).
When and where was Carl Clemons-Hopkins born?
Carl Clemons-Hopkins was born on July 20, 1987 in Lithonia, Georgia, USA.
How many credits does Carl Clemons-Hopkins have?
Carl Clemons-Hopkins has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2014 to 2026.
What is Carl Clemons-Hopkins's background in cinema and television?
Carl Clemons-Hopkins is an American actor born on July 20, 1987, in Lithonia, Georgia. They are a non-binary actor known for playing the role of Marcus in the Max comedy-drama series Hacks, which began in 2021. For this performance, Clemons-Hopkins received a nomination for the 2021 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding...
Carl Clemons-Hopkins by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Chicago P.D. (2014) as DEA Agent Thomas — aged about 26
- Chicago Med (2015) as Sean Richter — aged about 27
- The Chi (2018) as Jean — aged about 30
- Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020) as Narj (voice) — aged about 32
- Hacks (2021) as Marcus — aged about 33
- The Beanie Bubble (2023) as Jeremy — aged about 35
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