Yaphet Kotto

Birth Name:

Yaphet Frederick Kotto

Birth Place:

New York City, New York, United States

Profession

Actor, Writer, Director, Producer, Soundtrack

Won a Bronze Wrangler award in 1969 for his performance in "The High Chaparral․"
After studying drama at the Actor's Mobile Theatre Studio, he became a member for the Actors Studio in New York City
Is a descendant of 19th-century Cameroonian royalty, King Alexander Bell of the country's Douala region
Was inspired to become an actor after seeing Marlon Brando's performance in "On the Waterfront․"
Frequently portrays characters who are in a position of authority
Was in contention for the role of Jean-Luc Picard on "Star Trek: The Next Generation․"
Was offered the role of Lando in "Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back," but turned the part down

1969Bronze Wrangler - Fictional Television Drama:Winner
1977Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Drama Special:Nominated
1996Image Award - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series:Nominated
1997Image Award - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series:Nominated
1998Image Award - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series:Nominated
1999Image Award - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series:Nominated

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