Chi McBride, born on September twenty-third, nineteen sixty-one, is a distinguished American actor celebrated for his versatile performances across both film and television. Known primarily as a character actor, he has captivated audiences with his compelling portrayals in a variety of roles.
In the realm of film, McBride has made a significant impact with notable performances in several acclaimed movies. His filmography includes prominent roles in 'The Frighteners' released in nineteen ninety-six, 'Gone in Sixty Seconds' in two thousand, and 'The Terminal' in two thousand four. He also starred in 'I, Robot' the same year, followed by 'Waiting...' in two thousand five, 'Let's Go to Prison' in two thousand six, and 'Draft Day' in two thousand fourteen.
On television, McBride has showcased his talent in numerous starring roles. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of high school principal Steven Harper in the series 'Boston Public.' His other notable television roles include Emerson Cod in 'Pushing Daisies,' Detective Laverne Winston in the Fox drama 'Human Target,' Detective Don Owen in the short-lived CBS crime drama 'Golden Boy,' and Captain Lou Grover in 'Hawaii Five-0.'