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Ernie Hudson

Birth Name:
Ernest Lee Hudson
Birth Place:
Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States
Profession
Actor, Producer, Soundtrack
Ernie Hudson

Fast Facts

  • In 1995, he won the Universe Reader's Choice Award for his work in "Congo․"
  • In 2006, he received the Career Achievement Award at the Ft․ Lauderdale International Film Festival
  • Before becoming an actor, he spent time in the U․S․ Marine Corps
  • Was inspired by Muhammad Ali and Bruce Lee to enter the entertainment business
  • Trained in the dramatic arts at the Yale School of Drama
  • Quote: "After doing so many different kinds of movies, I've found that the people who recognize me come from all walks of life․․․and everyone knows me from a completely different role․"
  • Quote: "Acting is what I do․ I consider it my calling and ministry․ It's as important as anything I do in life․ It's a journey that has taken me to places beyond my wildest imagination and continues to excite me with its endless possibilities․"
  • Was discharged from the Marines after he was found to have asthma
  • Founded the Actors' Ensemble Theatre after attending Wayne State University
  • Was in contention for the role of The Master in "Doctor Who․"

Awards

  • 1995Universe Reader's Choice Award - Best Supporting Actor in a Genre Motion Picture:Winner
  • 1998OFTA Television Award - Best Actor in a Cable Series:Nominated
  • 1999OFTA Television Award - Best Actor in a Cable Series:Nominated
  • 1999Golden Satellite Award - Best Actor in a Series, Drama:Winner
  • 2007Vision Award - Best Actor - Drama:Nominated
  • 2013BTVA Television Voice Acting Award - Best Vocal Ensemble in a Television Series - Action/Drama:Nominated
  • 2014BTVA Television Voice Acting Award - Best Vocal Ensemble in a Television Series - Action/Drama:Nominated
  • 2014Black Reel - Outstanding Actor, TV Movie or Mini-Series:Nominated
  • 2014Black Reel - Outstanding Supporting Actor, TV Movie or Mini-Series:Nominated
  • 2018Image Award - Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series:Nominated
  • 2019Black Reel - Outstanding Guest Actor, Comedy Series:Nominated
  • 2024Saturn Award - Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series:Nominated
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