Don Cheadle

Donald Frank Cheadle Jr., born on November 29, 1964, is a distinguished American actor celebrated for his impactful performances across film and television. His impressive body of work has earned him numerous accolades, including two Golden Globe Awards, two Grammy Awards, and a Tony Award, alongside nominations for an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards, and 11 Primetime Emmy Awards, placing him among the elite few vying for the EGOT.

Cheadle's acting journey began in the late 1980s with supporting roles in films such as Hamburger Hill (1987), Colors (1988), and later in critically acclaimed projects like Devil in a Blue Dress (1995), Rosewood (1997), Boogie Nights (1997), and Bulworth (1998). His collaboration with director Steven Soderbergh yielded memorable performances in Out of Sight (1998), Traffic (2000), and The Ocean's Trilogy (2001-2007), culminating in a notable Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role as Paul Rusesabagina in Hotel Rwanda (2004). Additionally, he co-produced the Oscar-winning film Crash (2005) and joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as James "Rhodey" Rhodes, starting with Iron Man 2 (2010).

On the small screen, Cheadle garnered Emmy nominations for his leading roles in House of Lies (2012-2016) and Black Monday (2019-2021), as well as for various other projects. His achievements in music include a Grammy Award for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media for Miles Ahead (2016) and a second Grammy for Best Spoken Word Album for his narration of Carry On: Reflections for a New Generation from John Lewis (2022), alongside a Tony Award for producing the musical A Strange Loop.