Michael Potts

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

49

Gender

Male

Birthday

1962-09-21 (63 years old)

Place of Birth

Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Michael Potts

Biography

Michael Potts (born September 21, 1962) is an American actor known for his captivating performances across stage and screen. A Juilliard alum, he soared in Broadway, earning acclaim for "The Book of Mormon." His portrayal of Brother Mouzone in HBO's "The Wire" showcased his depth. Potts' talent spans television ("True Detective," "The Good Fight") and film ("The Promised Land"), embodying diverse characters with magnetic authenticity. With each role, he leaves an indelible mark, captivating audiences with his nuanced portrayals and solidifying his place as a revered actor in the industry.

Known For

  • Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

    Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

  • The Blacklist

    The Blacklist

  • Law & Order

    Law & Order

  • Law & Order

    Law & Order

  • Law & Order

    Law & Order

  • Law & Order

    Law & Order

  • FBI

    FBI

  • Blue Bloods

    Blue Bloods

  • The Wire

    The Wire

  • True Detective

    True Detective

  • Elementary

    Elementary

  • Person of Interest

    Person of Interest

  • Gotham

    Gotham

  • White Collar

    White Collar

  • Bull

    Bull

  • The Good Fight

    The Good Fight

  • Madam Secretary

    Madam Secretary

  • Damages

    Damages

  • The Irrational

    The Irrational

  • Taken

    Taken

  • Highest 2 Lowest

    Highest 2 Lowest

  • Prodigal Son

    Prodigal Son

  • God Friended Me

    God Friended Me

  • Flight of the Conchords

    Flight of the Conchords

  • Hackers

    Hackers

  • Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen

    Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen

  • The Peacemaker

    The Peacemaker

  • Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector

    Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector

  • East New York

    East New York

  • Cicada

    Cicada

  • The First Lady

    The First Lady

  • Rounding

    Rounding

  • BrainDead

    BrainDead

  • Conspiracy Theory

    Conspiracy Theory

  • Allegiance

    Allegiance

  • Measure of Revenge

    Measure of Revenge

  • Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

    Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

  • The Piano Lesson

    The Piano Lesson

  • Here and Now

    Here and Now

  • 37

    37

  • Let Me Make You a Martyr

    Let Me Make You a Martyr

  • True Detective: Season One

    True Detective: Season One

  • Thomas Jefferson

    Thomas Jefferson

  • Thomas Jefferson

    Thomas Jefferson

  • The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision

    The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision

  • Nemesis

    Nemesis

  • Rustin

    Rustin

  • Out of Order

    Out of Order

  • Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III

    Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III