Nate Parker
Biography
Nate Parker is an American actor and musical performer born on November 18, 1979, in Norfolk, Virginia. His acting credits include appearances in the films The Secret Life of Bees, The Great Debaters, and Pride. In his recent roles, he has performed alongside Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, and Terrence Howard. Parker was raised in both Virginia and Maine and achieved recognition as an All-American wrestler during his later high school years in Virginia and at the University of Oklahoma. Outside of his entertainment career, Parker has engaged in charitable work by volunteering as a wrestling coach and participating as a political activist.
Career overview
Nate Parker is an American actor and musical performer born on November 18, 1979, in Norfolk, Virginia. Throughout his acting career, he has appeared in prominent films including The Secret Life of Bees, The Great Debaters, and Pride. In his recent roles, Parker has performed alongside notable actors such as Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, and Terrence Howard. He is credited with twenty-nine known acting credits according to available database records.
Alongside his career in the entertainment industry, Parker has a background in wrestling. He was raised in both Virginia and Maine, blossoming as a wrestler during his later high school years in Virginia and ultimately becoming an All-American wrestler in both high school and at the University of Oklahoma. Parker has also been active in charitable work, dedicating his time as both a volunteer wrestling coach and a political activist.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Nate Parker.
Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
41 titles- Newborn (2026) Producer
- Newborn (2026) Director
- Newborn (2026) Writer
- Showtime (2019) Executive Producer
- American Skin (2019) as Lincoln 'Linc' Jefferson
- American Skin (2019) Director
- American Skin (2019) Writer
- American Skin (2019) Producer
- The Birth of a Nation (2016) as Nat Turner
- The Birth of a Nation (2016) Director
- The Birth of a Nation (2016) Producer
- The Birth of a Nation (2016) Story
- The Birth of a Nation (2016) Screenplay
- Eden (2015) as Slim
- Non-Stop (2014) as Zack White
- Every Secret Thing (2014) as Detective Kevin Jones
- About Alex (2014) as Ben
- Beyond the Lights (2014) as Kazaam Nicol
- #AmeriCAN (2014) Writer
- #AmeriCAN (2014) Director
- Ain't Them Bodies Saints (2013) as Sweetie
- They Die by Dawn (2013) as Jim Beckwourth
- Red Tails (2012) as Marty Julian
- Arbitrage (2012) as Jimmy Grant
- Red Hook Summer (2012) as Box
- J.A.W. (2011) Director
- J.A.W. (2011) Writer
- J.A.W. (2011) Producer
- Blood Done Sign My Name (2010) as Ben Chavis
- Felon (2008) as Officer Collins
- The Secret Life of Bees (2008) as Neil
- Tunnel Rats (2008) as Private Jim Lidford
- Rome & Jewel (2008) as Rome
- The Real Great Debaters of Wiley College (2008) as Self
- The Great Debaters (2007) as Henry Lowe
- Pride (2007) as Hakim
- The Unit (2006) as Darryl
- Cruel World (2006) as Techno
- Cold Case (2003) as R.J. Holden
- Valley of the Wolves (2003) as Erkek Manken
- American Race as Narration (voice)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Nate Parker best known for?
Nate Parker is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Birth of a Nation (2016), The Birth of a Nation (2016), The Birth of a Nation (2016), The Birth of a Nation (2016).
When and where was Nate Parker born?
Nate Parker was born on November 18, 1979 in Norfolk, Virginia, USA.
How many credits does Nate Parker have?
Nate Parker has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2003 to 2026.
What is Nate Parker's background in cinema and television?
Nate Parker is an American actor and musical performer born on November 18, 1979, in Norfolk, Virginia. His acting credits include appearances in the films The Secret Life of Bees, The Great Debaters, and Pride. In his recent roles, he has performed alongside Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, and Terrence Howard. Par...
Nate Parker by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Cold Case (2003) as R.J. Holden — aged about 23
- The Secret Life of Bees (2008) as Neil — aged about 28
- The Great Debaters (2007) as Henry Lowe — aged about 27
- The Unit (2006) as Darryl — aged about 26
- Valley of the Wolves (2003) as Erkek Manken — aged about 23
- Felon (2008) as Officer Collins — aged about 28
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Nate Parker.