Charles Dutton

Actor & Director Known for "Roc" and "The Piano Lesson"

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Charles Dutton Biography

Charles S. Dutton is a critically acclaimed actor and director, best known for his powerful performances on stage, television, and film. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Dutton had a troubled youth and spent time in prison for various offenses. While serving time, he discovered his passion for acting and theater, enrolling in a prison drama program. After his release, he pursued formal acting training, eventually earning a degree from the Yale School of Drama.

Dutton gained widespread recognition for his role as the title character in the tv series "Roc," a sitcom where he portrayed a hard-working, no-nonsense garbage collector in Baltimore. His authentic representation of working-class life, combined with the show’s social and political commentary, made "Roc" a standout in early 1990s television. Dutton has also delivered memorable performances in a variety of television projects, including "The Corner," an Emmy Award-winning miniseries about life in a drug-ravaged neighborhood, in which he both acted and directed, and the 1995 television film "The Piano Lesson." He has won three Primetime Emmy Awards and three NAACP Image Awards in addition to having been nominated for a Golden Globe Award.

In film, Dutton has demonstrated his versatility as an actor, portraying commanding authority figures to emotionally complex characters in a diverse range of roles, including "Alien 3," "Rudy," "Menace II Society," and "A Time to Kill." Dutton has also directed several films and television episodes, further showcasing his talents behind the camera.

He has also appeared on Broadway, earning a Tony Award nomination for his 1984 Broadway debut performance in August Wilson’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.”

Throughout his career, Dutton has been praised not only for his talent but also for his ability to overcome adversity. His journey from prison to Yale and then to a successful acting career serves as an inspirational story, highlighting his resilience and determination.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/27/2024.

Charles Dutton Speaking Topics

  • The Denmark Vesey Story

  • Racism in Hollywood?

  • An Evening of Shakespeare

  • The Corner: A Drug Epidemic in America

  • From Jail to Yale to Broadway

  • "Creativity: An Actor & Director's View"

Charles Dutton Videos

  • Charles S. Dutton, Former 'Roc' Star, Presents "Fom Jail to Yale" at ...
  • Charles S. Dutton Discusses Being Incarcerated; What He Says To ...
    Actor Charles S. Dutton joined Roland Martin on the set of Washington Watch to discuss his latest film projects.

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Charles Dutton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Denmark Vesey Story, Racism in Hollywood?, An Evening of Shakespeare, The Corner: A Drug Epidemic in America, From Jail to Yale to Broadway and "Creativity: An Actor & Director's View". The estimated speaking fee range to book Charles Dutton for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Charles Dutton generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Victoria Rowell, Judge Greg Mathis, Spike Lee, Tony Plana and Hill Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Charles Dutton for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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