Isaiah Mustafa
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1974-02-11
    • Born Place: Portland, Oregon, USA
  • Also Known As:

    Айзейя Мустафа, 以赛亚·穆斯塔法, اشعیا مصطفی

Isaiah Mustafa

Isaiah Mustafa is an American actor and former professional football player, born on February 11, 1974, in Portland, Oregon. Standing at 6'4" with a commanding presence, he first gained widespread recognition as the charismatic and humorous lead in the 2010 Old Spice commercial campaign, The Man Your Man Could Smell Like, which became a viral sensation and earned him an Emmy Award. Before his acting career, Mustafa played wide receiver in the NFL, spending time with the Tennessee Oilers, Barcelona Dragons, Oakland Raiders, Cleveland Browns, and Seattle Seahawks between 1997 and 2000. He later attended Arizona State University, where he studied history. After retiring from football, he pursued acting, landing roles in TV series such as Ugly Betty, Days of Our Lives, and Chuck. He also appeared in films like Horrible Bosses (2011) and The Three Stooges (2012). In 2015, Mustafa joined the cast of Shadowhunters, portraying Luke Garroway, a werewolf and former Shadowhunter, in the Freeform fantasy series. His performance was well-received, showcasing his versatility as an actor. In 2019, he took on the role of adult Mike Hanlon in It Chapter Two, the sequel to the 2017 horror film It, further solidifying his presence in the entertainment industry. Mustafa has also lent his voice to various projects, including voicing adult Aquaman in The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part and Luke Cage in the animated series Ultimate Spider-Man. He made a notable appearance in Taylor Swift's music video for "Blank Space" (2014), adding to his diverse portfolio. Beyond his professional achievements, Mustafa is known for his advocacy of body positivity and self-acceptance, encouraging fans to embrace confidence and self-love. In his personal life, Mustafa married publicist Lisa Mitchell on May 26, 2018, in a ceremony held at Camp Lucy in Austin, Texas. The couple shares a daughter, and Mustafa has a teenage daughter from a previous relationship.

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