L. Warren Young
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- August 26, 1955 in Tennessee, USA
- Active Years
- 1977–2024 (48 Years)
- Total Credits
- 71 credits in database
Biography
L. Warren Young is an American actor born on August 26, 1955, in Nashville, Tennessee. His birth name is Laparee Warren Young, and he is sometimes referred to by the nickname Lop. He is a graduate of Tennessee State University and attended the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Arts in London, England. Throughout his career, Young has appeared in numerous television programs and films. His television credits include roles in A Man in Full, The Color Purple, To Her, with Love, The Wonder Years, Johnson, and Greenleaf. His filmography includes appearances in The Blind Side, We Are Marshall, Let's Be Cops, Footloose, Life As We Know It, Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, The Joneses, and Step Sisters.
Career overview
L. Warren Young is an American actor born on August 26, 1955, in Nashville, Tennessee. His birth name is Laparee Warren Young, and he is also known by the nickname Lop. A Tennessee native, he is a graduate of Tennessee State University and attended the Webber Douglas Academy of the Dramatic Arts in London, England. Throughout his career, he has established himself through supporting roles in major films and an extensive body of work in television and regional theater.
His filmography includes appearances in a variety of notable Hollywood productions. Among his credits are The Blind Side, We Are Marshall, Let's Be Cops, Footloose, Life As We Know It, Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, The Joneses, and Step Sisters. In addition to his film work, Young has contributed to numerous television projects. His television credits include roles in A Man in Full, The Color Purple, To Her, with Love, The Wonder Years, Johnson, and Greenleaf. He continues to be recognized for his contributions to both the screen and the stage.
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Full Filmography
71 titles- A Man in Full (2024) as Gerald
- The Color Purple (2023) as Domino Player
- Pastacolypse (2023) as Old Man (voice)
- Cinnamon (2023) as Leeroy
- Ghost in the House (2023) as Jeanette
- The Murdaugh Murders (2023) as Denny Wilkins
- To Her, With Love (2022) as Clarence
- The Wonder Years (2021) as Bray
- Don't Waste Your Pretty (2021) as Charlie
- The Good Lord Bird (2020) as Mark
- Open (2020) as Charlie
- Cooking Up Christmas (2020) as Buck
- Undercover Brother 2 (2019) as Barber
- Insatiable (2018) as Janitor
- SuperFly (2018) as Funeral Director
- Candy Jar (2018) as Concession Worker
- Step Sisters (2018) as Langston Bishop
- One Last Thing (2018) as Xavier Cruz
- Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House (2017) as Juror L.
- The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (2017) as Day Lacks
- Dating in Atlanta: The Movie (2017) as Father
- Greenleaf (2016) as Fred Williams
- Bessie (2015) as Sharkish Man
- Let's Be Cops (2014) as Jackson
- My Dad's a Soccer Mom (2014) as Jack Laramie
- Angry Kelly (2014) as Neal
- Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013) as Linda's Father
- Crackerjack (2013) as Paul
- Coma (2012) as Parking Lot Guard
- Arthur Newman (2012) as Deputy
- My Fake Fiance (2012) as Group Leader
- Firelight (2012) as Mr. Joseph
- No More Games (2012) as Father
- Footloose (2011) as Andy Beamis
- Field of Vision (2011) as Charlie Hall
- Life As We Know It (2010) as Officer Young
- The Joneses (2010) as Detective Gardner
- The Way Home (2010) as Sergeant Bert Smith
- Preacher's Kid (2010) as Mayor
- The Blind Side (2009) as Big and Tall Salesman
- Van Wilder: Freshman Year (2009) as Campus Cop
- Fab Five: The Texas Cheerleader Scandal (2008) as Superintendant Vern Tompkins
- Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story (2008) as Milton
- Army Wives (2007) as Sergeant Hendrix
- Stomp the Yard (2007) as Teacher
- Daddy's Little Girls (2007) as Councilman
- Motives 2 : Retribution (2007) as Captain Abraham
- Three Can Play That Game (2007) as Mr. Thompson
- We Are Marshall (2006) as Mickey Jackson
- ATL (2006) as Pastor
- The Altar (2006) as Jason Harrington/Evangelist Walker
- Hollis & Rae (2006) as Detective Malveaux
- Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005) as Judge
- The Walk (2005) as Larry Lee
- Trois 3: The Escort (2004) as Det. Rome
- One Tree Hill (2003) as Coach
- The Fighting Temptations (2003) as Guard
- Boycott (2001) as Hotel Clerk
- Hood Rat (2001) as Dykes
- Sheena (2000) as Danico
- Selma, Lord, Selma (1999) as Hosea Williams
- A Passion for Justice: The Hazel Brannon Smith Story (1994) as Franklin Davis
- Trespass (1992) as Police Officer Foley
- Consenting Adults (1992) as Musician in Blues Connection
- Stay the Night (1992) as Gus
- Love Crimes (1992) as Plainclothes Cop
- Murder in Mississippi (1990) as Sharecropper
- Voodoo Dawn (1990) as Louis
- When Will I Be Loved? (1990) as Guard
- The Littlest Victims (1989) as Dr. Cunningham (uncredited)
- Wilma (1977) as Post Office Assistant
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is L. Warren Young best known for?
L. Warren Young is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Color Purple (2023), The Wonder Years (2021), Undercover Brother 2 (2019), Susie, the Little Blue Coupe (1952).
When and where was L. Warren Young born?
L. Warren Young was born on August 26, 1955 in Tennessee, USA.
How many credits does L. Warren Young have?
L. Warren Young has accumulated over 71 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2024.
What is L. Warren Young's background in cinema and television?
L. Warren Young is an American actor born on August 26, 1955, in Nashville, Tennessee. His birth name is Laparee Warren Young, and he is sometimes referred to by the nickname Lop. He is a graduate of Tennessee State University and attended the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Arts in London, England. Throughout his c...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Insatiable (2018) as Janitor — aged about 62
- One Tree Hill (2003) as Coach — aged about 47
- The Blind Side (2009) as Big and Tall Salesman — aged about 53
- Army Wives (2007) as Sergeant Hendrix — aged about 51
- Greenleaf (2016) as Fred Williams — aged about 60
- Stomp the Yard (2007) as Teacher — aged about 51
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