Wendell Pierce
TV Actor

Wendell Pierce Net Worth

Wendell Pierce is an American television actor best known for his role as Detective Bunk Moreland in The Wire and a trombonist in Treme. He was born on December 8, 1966 in New Orleans, LA. He has become a well-known actor for his roles in these two popular television shows.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day December 8, 1966
Birth Place New Orleans, LA
Age 57 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Sagittarius

💰 Net worth: $2 million (2024)

About

Television actor best known for his portrayal of Detective Bunk Moreland in The Wire. He also played a trombonist in Treme. 

Before Fame

He appeared in the drama Get on the Bus, which starred Richard Belzer in 1996. 

Trivia

He played a band manager in the Oscar winning movie Ray, which was based on the life of Ray Charles. 

Family Life

He was raised by his mother, who instilled in him a love for food that later led to him to open a grocery store in New Orleans.  

Associated With

A native of New Orleans, he has been praised for giving back to the city, much like Brad Pitt has. 

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