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Blair Underwood

Blair Underwood - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornAugust 25, 1964
Age61
BirthplaceTacoma, Washington, United States
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also Blair Underwood's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForStarring as Jonathan Rollins in 'L.A. Law' and in roles in 'The Event', 'Quantico', and various films and stage productions.

Intro

Blair Underwood is an American actor and director best known for his role as attorney Jonathan Rollins on the NBC legal drama series 'L.A. Law', as well as his performances in television, film, and theater.

Early Life & Background

Blair Underwood was born to Marilyn Ann Scales, an interior decorator, and Frank Eugene Underwood Sr., a United States Army colonel. Due to his father's military career, Underwood spent parts of his childhood living on military bases both in the U.S. and Germany.

Career Highlights

  • Major role as Jonathan Rollins on 'L.A. Law' (1987–1994)
  • NAACP Image Award winner for his television and film performances
  • Notable roles in 'City of Angels', 'The Event', 'Quantico', and 'Dear White People'
  • Tony-nominated for his Broadway performance in 'A Soldier’s Play' (2020)

Trivia

  • Underwood graduated from the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama.
  • He has been active in charitable work, especially with the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Blair Underwood?

Blair Underwood is 61 years old.

When was Blair Underwood born?

Blair Underwood was born the 25 August 1964.

Where is Blair Underwood from?

Tacoma, Washington, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About August 25th, 1964, in brief:

  • Historical events: On August 25, 1964, South Vietnam faced significant political instability, marked by government changes and increasing unrest. This period was critical in the lead-up to greater U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War.
  • Day of the week: August 25th, 1964 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Where Did Our Love Go by The Supremes
  • #1 UK song: Do Wah Diddy Diddy by Manfred Mann
  • Popular movie: My Fair Lady directed by George Cukor

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blair_Underwood
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005516/