Michael Potts
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1962-09-21
Place of Birth
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Michael Potts
Biography
Michael Potts, born January 26, 1962, in Brooklyn, NY, is a versatile American actor known for his captivating performances across stage and screen. A Juilliard alum, he soared in Broadway, earning acclaim for "The Book of Mormon." His portrayal of Brother Mouzone in HBO's "The Wire" showcased his depth. Potts' talent spans television ("True Detective," "The Good Fight") and film ("The Promised Land"), embodying diverse characters with magnetic authenticity. With each role, he leaves an indelible mark, captivating audiences with his nuanced portrayals and solidifying his place as a revered actor in the industry.
Also Known For
Hackers
Sep 14, 1995
Conspiracy Theory
Aug 08, 1997
Measure of Revenge
Mar 18, 2022
Rustin
Nov 03, 2023
Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III
May 19, 2023
The Piano Lesson
Nov 07, 2024
Here and Now
Nov 09, 2018
37
Oct 07, 2016
Let Me Make You a Martyr
Jul 22, 2016
Out of Order!
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Nov 25, 2020
Cicada
Oct 29, 2021
The Peacemaker
Sep 26, 1997
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
Dec 18, 2020
Rounding
Jun 09, 2022
Highest 2 Lowest
Aug 15, 2025
The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision
Nov 21, 2024
East New York
Oct 02, 2022
Thomas Jefferson
Feb 18, 1997
True Detective
Jan 12, 2014
Thomas Jefferson
Feb 18, 1997
The Wire
Jun 02, 2002
Blue Bloods
Sep 24, 2010
Person of Interest
Sep 22, 2011
White Collar
Oct 23, 2009
Allegiance
Feb 05, 2015
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Sep 20, 1999
Gotham
Sep 22, 2014
Taken
Feb 27, 2017
BrainDead
Jun 13, 2016
The Blacklist
Sep 23, 2013
The First Lady
Apr 17, 2022
Law & Order
Sep 13, 1990
The Good Fight
Feb 19, 2017
Law & Order
Sep 13, 1990
Prodigal Son
Sep 23, 2019
God Friended Me
Sep 30, 2018
Elementary
Sep 27, 2012
Flight of the Conchords
Jun 17, 2007
Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector
Jan 10, 2020
Law & Order
Sep 13, 1990
FBI
Sep 25, 2018
Bull
Sep 20, 2016
The Irrational
Sep 25, 2023
Nemesis
Law & Order
Sep 13, 1990
