Jharrel Jerome, born on October ninth, nineteen ninety-seven, is a talented American actor and rapper known for his compelling performances across film and television.
He made a significant mark in the film industry with his debut in Barry Jenkins's acclaimed drama, Moonlight, released in two thousand sixteen. However, it was his role as Korey Wise in Ava DuVernay's powerful Netflix miniseries, When They See Us, that truly catapulted him to fame. This performance earned him the prestigious Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie.
In two thousand twenty-three, Jerome showcased his versatility by portraying a thirteen-foot-tall boy in Boots Riley's imaginative miniseries, I'm a Virgo. Following this, he took on the role of wrestler Anthony Robles in the upcoming sports biopic, Unstoppable, set to release in two thousand twenty-four.