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Derek Luke - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 24, 1974 |
|---|---|
| Age | 51 |
| Birthplace | Jersey City, New Jersey, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Derek Luke's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Lead role in 'Antwone Fisher' (2002); roles in 'Glory Road,' 'Coach Carter,' and TV series '13 Reasons Why' |
Intro
Derek Luke is an American actor best known for his starring role in the 2002 film 'Antwone Fisher.' Throughout his career, he has appeared in films such as 'Glory Road,' 'Coach Carter,' and 'Captain America: The First Avenger,' as well as television series like '13 Reasons Why.'
Early Life & Background
Derek Luke was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He is the son of Marjorie Dixon, a pianist, and Maurice Luke, a former actor from Guyana.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead for 'Antwone Fisher' (2002)
- Starred in the Disney film 'Glory Road' (2006)
- Appeared in films such as 'Coach Carter' (2005) and 'Captain America: The First Avenger' (2011)
- Portrayed Kevin Porter in the Netflix series '13 Reasons Why' (2017–2020)
Trivia
- Denzel Washington personally picked Derek Luke to star in 'Antwone Fisher' during his first audition for a major role.
- He married actress Sophia Adella Luke in 1998.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Derek Luke?
Derek Luke is 51 years old.
When was Derek Luke born?
Derek Luke was born the 24 April 1974.
Where is Derek Luke from?
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About April 24th, 1974, in brief:
- Historical events: Günter Guillaume, a personal assistant to West German Chancellor Willy Brandt, was arrested on charges of espionage, leading to Brandt's resignation.
- Day of the week: April 24th, 1974 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia) by MFSB
- #1 UK song: Seasons In The Sun by Terry Jacks
- Popular movie: Young Frankenstein directed by Mel Brooks
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