Gbenga Akinnagbe

Gbenga Akinnagbe has established himself as one of Hollywood's most versatile talents, working as an actor, producer, writer, and activist. He currently stars in FX's "The Old Man" opposite Jeff Bridges, portraying Julian Carson, a highly trained special ops contractor. Earlier this year he starred in "Rob Peace" directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, which premiered at Sundance, and in "Asphalt City" opposite Sean Penn, which premiered at Cannes.

Akinnagbe first gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of the cold-blooded assassin Chris Partlow on HBO's acclaimed series "The Wire." His extensive television career includes notable roles in HBO's "The Deuce," Starz's "Power Book II: Ghost," Hulu's "Wu-Tang: An American Saga," and appearances in numerous popular series such as "Genius: MLK," "The Blacklist," "Law & Order: SVU," and "24: Live Another Day." On the big screen, his impressive portfolio includes "Independence Day: Resurrgence," "Fast Charlie" with Pierce Brosnan, "The Thicket" alongside Peter Dinklage, Warner Bros.' "The Sun Is Also a Star," and the critically acclaimed "Detroit" for director Kathryn Bigelow.

Beyond his entertainment career, Akinnagbe is an accomplished entrepreneur and activist. He founded Liberated People, a social justice lifestyle brand that connects consumer purchases with charitable donations, and Enitan Vintage, a furniture line that combines antique European pieces with African-inspired fabrics. He also serves on the board of the Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Art (MoCADA), demonstrating his commitment to both artistic expression and social impact.