Actor, Musician & Producer; Known for "P-Valley" & "A Soldier's Play"; NAACP Image Award Nominee

Brooklyn, NY, USA
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J. Alphonse Nicholson Biography

J Alphonse Nicholson is an American actor, percussionist, rapper, songwriter, and producer known for his multidisciplinary work in film, television, theater, and music. Nicholson began his artistic journey as a drummer and percussionist, developing his musical skills before pursuing theater at North Carolina Central University. He made his professional acting debut as the lead in Howard L. Craft's stage production "Caleb Calypso and the Midnight Marauders" and established himself in regional theater before moving to New York. While building his career in the city's theater scene, Nicholson performed as a street drummer, an experience that contributed to his stage presence and performance technique.

Nicholson's stage career includes an off-Broadway debut in "Freight: The Five Incarnations of Abel Greene," as well as roles in Signature Theatre's "Paradise Blue" and Second Stage's "Days of Rage." He made his Broadway debut in the Roundabout Theatre Company revival of Charles Fuller's "A Soldier's Play," which received the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play. On screen, Nicholson has appeared in series such as "Marvel's Luke Cage," "Mr. Robot," "The Blacklist," "Shots Fired," and "Blue Bloods." He is recognized for his series regular role as Lil' Murda on Starz drama "P-Valley," earning NAACP Image Award and Black Reel Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.

Nicholson's film and television credits include "Just Mercy," where he appeared alongside Michael B. Jordan and Jamie Foxx, as well as Netflix projects "Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker" and "They Cloned Tyrone." He also portrayed NBA player Chris Paul in FX miniseries "Clipped." As a musician, Nicholson has written and performed original tracks for his screen projects, including songs for the "P-Valley" soundtrack, and maintains a growing global streaming audience. Nicholson joined the HBO and DC Studios series "Lanterns," portraying John Stewart Sr. in a recurring role within the DC Universe, further expanding his presence across entertainment and music industries.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/20/2026.

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J. Alphonse Nicholson on Lanterns & Why Black Representation

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