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Keith David

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Keith David

Keith David also known as Keith David Williams, was born on June 4, 1956. He is an American actor renowned for his deep voice and captivating screen presence which spans over 300 roles in various media such as film, stage, television, and interactive media. Some of his notable works include films like The Thing, Platoon, Novocaine, American Fiction, and many others. In television, he has had significant roles, such as playing Elroy Patashnik in the NBC series Community, and the character Bishop James Greenleaf on the drama Greenleaf from Oprah Winfrey Network.

Apart from his acting, Keith's voice-over career is exceptionally successful, having won an Emmy for his work in The War and Muhammad Ali, both by Ken Burns. Audiences may be familiar with his work as the narrator for these documentaries as well as his roles in animated films like The Princess and the Frog and Coraline. Even in the gaming industry, Keith David has made significant contributions; lending his voice to popular video games like Halo, Saints Row, and Mass Effect. Given his vast range of work, Keith's talent in acting and voice-over work has left a significant footprint across multiple platforms of entertainment media.

29 movies
1 nomination

Biography, Career & Filmography

Learn more about Keith David, including a detailed biography, career timeline, personal life insights, and complete filmography. Discover how Keith David rose to fame, their major roles, industry impact, and personal milestones in the world of film.


Given Name: Keith David Williams

Born: Harlem, Manhattan, New York City, U.S.

Citizenship: American

Birthday: June 4, 1956

Occupations: Actor

Years Active: 1977-present

Children: 3

Spouses: Margit Edwards, Dionne Lea Williams

Awards and Nominations Received by Keith David

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30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards 2024

Nomination

Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture

American Fiction

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