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Delroy Lindo

Delroy Lindo - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornNovember 18, 1952
Age73
BirthplaceLondon, England, UK
Zodiac SignScorpio - (see also Delroy Lindo's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForAcclaimed performances in Spike Lee films, especially 'Da 5 Bloods' and 'Malcolm X,' and roles in 'Get Shorty,' 'The Cider House Rules,' and 'The Good Fight.'

Intro

Delroy Lindo is a British-American actor best known for his roles in films directed by Spike Lee such as 'Malcolm X' and 'Da 5 Bloods,' as well as in 'Get Shorty,' 'The Cider House Rules,' and numerous stage and television productions.

Early Life & Background

Delroy Lindo was born in London to Jamaican parents. He moved to Toronto, Canada, and later to San Francisco, USA, during his youth. He developed an interest in acting at an early age and studied at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco.[1][2]

Career Highlights

  • Breakout performance as West Indian Archie in 'Malcolm X' (1992)[1][3]
  • Starred in 'Crooklyn' (1994) and 'Clockers' (1995), both by Spike Lee[1][3]
  • Appeared in 'Get Shorty' (1995), earning critical acclaim[1][2]
  • Played prominent roles in 'The Cider House Rules' (1999) and 'Romeo Must Die' (2000)[1][2]
  • Award-nominated role in 'Da 5 Bloods' (2020)[1][2]
  • Starred as Adrian Boseman on CBS's 'The Good Fight' (2017–2021)[2][4]

Trivia

  • Lindo received a Tony Award nomination for his Broadway performance in 'Joe Turner's Come and Gone.'[2][5]
  • He is also a director and educator, having taught at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.[2][5]
  • He has Jamaican ancestry and often portrays characters connected to the African diaspora.[1][2]

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How old is Delroy Lindo?

Delroy Lindo is 73 years old.

When was Delroy Lindo born?

Delroy Lindo was born the 18 November 1952.

Where is Delroy Lindo from?

London, England, UK.

On His Birth-Day

About November 18th, 1952, in brief:

  • Historical events: Jomo Kenyatta, a key figure in the struggle for Kenyan independence, was arrested on November 18, 1952, during the Mau Mau Uprising. His arrest marked a significant escalation in the conflict between British colonial authorities and the Kenyan nationalist movement.
  • Day of the week: November 18th, 1952 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 UK song: Here In My Heart by Al Martino
  • Popular movie: High Noon directed by Fred Zinnemann

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delroy_Lindo
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0511712/