Derek Luke
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- April 24, 1974 in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA
- Active Years
- 1996–2023 (28 Years)
- Total Credits
- 37 credits in database
Biography
Derek Nathanial Luke is an American actor born on April 24, 1974, in Jersey City, New Jersey. He has 36 known credits in acting on The Movie Database. He won the Independent Spirit Award for his big screen debut performance in the 2002 film Antwone Fisher, which was directed and produced by Denzel Washington. Luke is recognized in the film industry for his work in movies and television shows, establishing his career starting with his debut role in the feature film directed and produced by Denzel Washington.
Career overview
Derek Luke is an American actor born on April 24, 1974, in Jersey City, New Jersey, United States. Also known by the full name Derek Nathanial Luke, he made his big-screen debut in the 2002 film Antwone Fisher, which was directed and produced by Denzel Washington. For this debut performance, he won the Independent Spirit Award.
Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, Derek Luke has established a known body of work encompassing both television shows and movies. His professional profile includes a total of thirty-six known credits in acting. Additional personal and biographical information regarding his extensive filmography beyond his debut is not detailed in the available records, but his early success in Antwone Fisher marked a significant milestone in his acting career.
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Full Filmography
37 titles- The Crossover (2023) as Chuck Bell
- Rare Objects (2023) as Ben Winshaw
- Darby and the Dead (2022) as Ben
- Alone Together (2022) as John
- American Refugee (2021) as Greg Taylor
- The Purge (2018) as Marcus Moore
- God Friended Me (2018) as Henry Chase
- 13 Reasons Why (2017) as Kevin Porter
- Roots (2016) as Silla Ba Dibba
- Empire (2015) as Malcolm Deveaux
- Self/less (2015) as Anton
- Alex of Venice (2015) as Frank
- Supremacy (2014) as Raymond
- The Americans (2013) as Gregory Thomas
- Rogue (2013) as Marlon Dinard
- Baggage Claim (2013) as William Wright
- Seeking a Friend for the End of the World (2012) as Alan Speck
- Sparkle (2012) as Stix
- The Spark That Unites Us (2012) as Himself
- Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) as Gabe Jones
- Notorious (2009) as Sean 'Puffy' Combs
- Trauma (2009) as Cameron Boone
- Madea Goes to Jail (2009) as Joshua Hardaway
- Definitely, Maybe (2008) as Russell McCormack
- Miracle at St. Anna (2008) as 2nd Staff Sergeant Aubrey Stamps
- Lions for Lambs (2007) as Arian Finch
- Glory Road (2006) as Bobby Joe Hill
- Catch a Fire (2006) as Patrick Chamusso
- Friday Night Lights (2004) as Boobie Miles
- Spartan (2004) as Curtis
- Biker Boyz (2003) as Kid
- Pieces of April (2003) as Bobby
- Behind the Action in 'Biker Boyz' (2003) as Self
- Antwone Fisher (2002) as Antwone Fisher
- The King of Queens (1998) as Orderly
- The King of Queens (1998) as Delivery Man
- Moesha (1996) as Ruckus
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Derek Luke best known for?
Derek Luke is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Darby and the Dead (2022), Alone Together (2022), American Refugee (2021), The Purge (2018).
When and where was Derek Luke born?
Derek Luke was born on April 24, 1974 in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA.
How many credits does Derek Luke have?
Derek Luke has accumulated over 37 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1996 to 2023.
What is Derek Luke's background in cinema and television?
Derek Nathanial Luke is an American actor born on April 24, 1974, in Jersey City, New Jersey. He has 36 known credits in acting on The Movie Database. He won the Independent Spirit Award for his big screen debut performance in the 2002 film Antwone Fisher, which was directed and produced by Denzel Washington. Luke is r...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Americans (2013) as Gregory Thomas — aged about 39
- God Friended Me (2018) as Henry Chase — aged about 44
- 13 Reasons Why (2017) as Kevin Porter — aged about 43
- Glory Road (2006) as Bobby Joe Hill — aged about 32
- Empire (2015) as Malcolm Deveaux — aged about 41
- The King of Queens (1998) as Orderly — aged about 24
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