Mike Colter - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 26, 1976 |
|---|---|
| Age | 49 |
| Birthplace | Columbia, South Carolina, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Mike Colter's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Luke Cage in the Netflix series 'Luke Cage', 'Jessica Jones', 'The Defenders', and as David Acosta in 'Evil'. |
Intro
Mike Colter is an American actor best known for portraying Luke Cage in the Marvel Cinematic Universe television series on Netflix. His commanding presence and strong screen performances have made him a prominent figure in both television and film.
Early Life & Background
Mike Colter was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and raised in St. Matthews, South Carolina. He attended the University of South Carolina, earning a bachelor's degree in theater, and later received an MFA in acting from Rutgers University's Mason Gross School of the Arts.
Career Highlights
- Lead role as Luke Cage in the Marvel/Netflix series: 'Luke Cage', 'Jessica Jones', 'The Defenders'.
- Starring as David Acosta in the CBS drama 'Evil'.
- Appearances in films such as 'Million Dollar Baby' (2004) and 'Men in Black 3' (2012).
Trivia
- Mike Colter is related to Viola Davis, Academy Award-winning actress—they are second cousins.
- He received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Luke Cage, becoming a cultural icon for his depiction of the character.
FAQs
People also ask
Mike Colter is 49 years old.
Mike Colter was born the 26 August 1976.
Columbia, South Carolina, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About August 26th, 1976, in brief:
- Historical events: Raymond Barre was appointed as the new Prime Minister of France following Jacques Chirac's resignation. His government focused on economic reforms and addressing the challenges facing the country.
- Day of the week: August 26th, 1976 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John
- #1 UK song: Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John & Kiki Dee
- Popular movie: Rocky directed by John G. Avildsen
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