Age, Biography and Wiki
Who is it? | Actor, Soundtrack |
Birth Day | August 06, 1950 |
Birth Place | Dayton, Ohio, United States |
Age | 72 YEARS OLD |
Birth Sign | Virgo |
Occupation | Actor, voice-over artist |
Years active | 1975–present |
Spouse(s) | Nancy Harewood (m. 1980 -) |
Children | 2 |
Awards | 1994 - NAACP Image Award Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series, Mini-Series or Television Movie (I'll Fly Away) |
Net worth: $1.3 Million (2024)
Dorian Harewood, a renowned actor and soundtrack artist in the United States, is projected to have an estimated net worth of $1.3 million by 2024. With an impressive career spanning several decades, Harewood has left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Known for his remarkable acting skills and contributions to soundtracks, he has captivated audiences with his versatile performances. Throughout his career, Harewood has accumulated wealth through various endeavors, including acting in films, television shows, and lending his voice to notable soundtracks. His net worth solidifies his status as a respected and successful figure in the entertainment world.
Biography/Timeline
Harewood was born in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Emerson Macaulay (1915-1980) and Estelle Olivia Harewood (1924-1991). He has five siblings, Emerson M. Harewood, Jr. (deceased), Theolanda Harewood (deceased), Philip B. Harewood (deceased), Floranne E. Dunford and Lawanda G. Pitts. He graduated from the Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati in 1971.
Harewood first attracted attention for his portrayal of Simon Haley (father of author Alex Haley) in the ABC miniseries Roots: The Next Generations. He is known for his roles in Full Metal Jacket, for starring as Jesse Owens in The Jesse Owens Story, and for his co-starring role in the ABC Television series Strike Force (starring Robert Stack). In 1994, he was awarded the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series, Mini-Series or Television Movie, for his recurring role as jazz/blues Saxophonist Clarence "Cool Papa" Charleston on the NBC drama series I'll Fly Away. In 2012, he is an announcer for NBC. He also played Dr. Julian Wilkes in the NBC (later syndicated) TV series Viper.