Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1969-10-17
- Born Place: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Also Known As:
Sherwin David "Wood" Harris, Sherwin David Harris, وود هریس
Wood Harris
Sherwin David "Wood" Harris is an American actor best known for his powerful and versatile performances in film and television. Born on October 17, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois, he developed an interest in acting at a young age, later earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theater Arts from Northern Illinois University and a Master of Fine Arts from New York University. His acting career began with roles in films like Above the Rim (1994), where he played the volatile Motaw, and the sports drama Remember the Titans (2000), where he earned an NAACP Image Award nomination for his role as Julius Campbell.Harris's most iconic role came with the HBO crime drama The Wire (2002-2008), where he portrayed the ruthless drug kingpin Avon Barksdale. This performance solidified his reputation as a formidable actor and is widely regarded as his signature role. Following The Wire, he continued to build an impressive and diverse filmography, appearing in movies such as Paid in Full (2002), Dredd (2012), and Blade Runner 2049 (2017). A new generation of fans also recognizes him for his role as Tony "Little Duke" Evers in the Creed film series, starring in all three installments to date.In addition to his film work, Harris has had a successful television career with notable roles in series like Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, where he played Spencer Haywood, and Empire, where he portrayed Damon Cross. He is also known for playing Pat in the Starz series BMF. He is the younger brother of fellow actor Steve Harris.
