Rockmond Dunbar
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Posted By: Reginald Claremont on September 30, 2005 PROFESSION: Actor Played on the Showtime series "Soulfood" TV Guide named ROCKMOND DUNBAR one of "Television's 50 Sexiest Stars of All Time." From his provocative mixed-media exhibit, "ARTHERAPY," to his guest appearance in Dylan McDermott's directing debut of "The Practice," Dunbar is one of Hollywood's hottest new up-and-coming artists. Dunbar's career began with a television series regular role in Steven Spielberg's "Earth 2," and was immediately followed by a recurring role on the cancelled television series, "Good News." He also appeared in several television roles on "Felicity," "The Pretender," "Two Guys and a Girl," "G. vs. E" and most recently the popular series "Girlfriends." He also appeared as a series regular in "Radio Silence" and had a recurring role for "Bloomington, Indiana." Dunbar starred in a number of independent films including "Love the Way," which premiered in June 2001 at the Acapulco Film Festival, "Sick Puppies," "Misery Loves Company," "Whodunit" and "PUNKS," which debuted at the Sundance 2000 film festival and was released in 2001. Dunbar has also completed a script for a television drama series titled, "Solitaire," which he is expected to executive produce. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Claremont
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