Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

Biography

Born 08/22/1967

A tall, well-built and striking performer of African descent, London-born, Nigerian-raised Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje was a physically imposing presence with a booming voice, cool exterior and impossible-to-ignore onscreen charisma. Working his way through higher education as a model...
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Highlights

  • In 2009, Cast as Heavy Duty in the big-screen version of "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra"
  • In 2005, Co-starred in the semi-autobiographical drama about rap artist 50 Cent, "Get Rich or Die Tryin'"; directed by Jim Sheridan
  • In 2005, Joined the second season of the ABC drama, "Lost," as Mr. Eko, a mysterious man dwelling on the island

Family & Companions

  • parents: Born in Nigeria
  • sisters: Has four

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