Moses Gunn - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	October 02, 1929
Died	December 16, 1993 (age 64)
Birthplace	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Zodiac Sign	Libra - (see also Moses Gunn's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Snake
Generation	Silent Generation
Known For	Acclaimed performances in 'Shaft,' 'Roots,' and Tony-nominated stage work.

Intro

Moses Gunn was an acclaimed American actor, best known for his work on stage, screen, and television. Renowned for his powerful presence and versatility, Gunn had a distinguished career in theater, including a Tony-nominated performance, as well as memorable roles in films such as 'Shaft' and 'Roots.'

Early Life & Background

Moses Gunn was born in St. Louis, Missouri. After the death of his mother, he left home at a young age, eventually enrolling at Tennessee State University and later earning a master's degree in speech and drama from the University of Kansas.

Career Highlights

Portrayed Bumpy Jonas in the film 'Shaft' (1971) and its sequels.
Played Kintango in the acclaimed miniseries 'Roots' (1977).
Known for extensive stage work including his Tony-nominated role in 'The Poison Tree' (1976) and as Othello and other classical roles.
Was a founding member of the Negro Ensemble Company.
Appeared in numerous television series including 'Little House on the Prairie' and 'A Man Called Hawk.'

Trivia

Received a Tony Award nomination in 1976 for Best Featured Actor in a Play.
His deep, resonant voice and commanding onstage presence made him a sought-after actor for Shakespearean roles.
Inducted into the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame.

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