Biography
Alton White's journey from his boyhood home in a Cincinnati housing project to the grandeur of Broadway's Minskoff Theatre is remarkable, but one that many will find touchingly recognizable and relatable. Struggling with feelings of inferiority, he doggedly tried out for role after role and happily accepted whatever was offered to him however modest, approaching each with passion and dedication. His gifts were ultimately recognized and rewarded with major roles. White is the only black actor who has played in a lead role in five hit shows on Broadway; John in Miss Saigon; Ken in Smokey Joe's Cafe (he originated the role in London's West End); Coalhouse Walker Jr. in Ragtime: The Musical; Mister in The Color Purple; and King Mufasa in The Lion King.
Filmography
all 20
TV Shows 11
Movies 9
Director 2
self 1

Ragtime: The Symphonic Concert (2023)

Dexter: New Blood (2021)

FBI: International (2021)

The Goldfinch (2019)

Rent (2019)

Asher (2018)

FBI (2018)

Manifest (2018)

The Good Fight (2017)

Bull (2016)

Code Black (2015)

Elementary (2012)

The Invention of Lying (2009)

Law & Order (1990)
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Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1964-09-10 (60 years old)
Birth PlaceCincinnati, United States
CitizenshipsUnited States
Also Known AsAlton White
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