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Billy Porter Biography
Birth Name:
Billy Porter
Birth Place:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Profession
Actor, Soundtrack, Producer, Singer, Writer
Fast Facts
- Wanted to be an actor since he was 11-years-old
- Was encouraged by high school counselors to pursue his career as an actor and study drama
- Made his debut as a singer in 1997
- Made his debut for television in 1998
- Is a fashion fanatic
- Has contributed to many causes over the years supporting LGBTQ youth in homeless conditions and also HIV/AIDS organizations
Awards
- 2020Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Drama: nominated
- 2020Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 2019Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: winner
Relationships
- William E. Porter -- Father
- Adam Smith -- Husband
- Cloerinda Ford -- Mother
- Mary Martha Ford -- Sister