Michael Genet facts for kids

Michael Genet is an American actor and screenwriter. He was born on August 25, 1958. He has appeared in many popular television shows and movies. He also writes scripts for films.

Michael Genet studied at the Juilliard School, a famous performing arts school. He started his career in 1988 and has been working ever since.

Michael Genet's Acting Roles

Michael Genet has acted in many TV series, especially those filmed in New York City. He has appeared in shows like The Equalizer and New York Undercover.

He is well-known for his roles in the Law & Order series. He has appeared in Law & Order, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. He also acted in the popular show Ugly Betty. Michael Genet has also been in soap operas like As the World Turns and One Life to Live.

In movies, Michael Genet has worked with famous directors. He appeared in Spike Lee's 2002 film 25th Hour. He also acted in She Hate Me (2004), where he played the older brother of the main character.

Michael Genet as a Screenwriter

Besides acting, Michael Genet is also a talented screenwriter. A screenwriter writes the story and dialogue for movies.

He co-wrote the film She Hate Me (2004) with director Spike Lee. Later, he co-wrote the film Talk to Me (2007) with Rick Famuyiwa. This movie was directed by Kasi Lemmons.

Stage Performances

Michael Genet has also performed on Broadway, which is the highest level of theater in the United States. He has been in several stage productions.

Film and Television Appearances

Michael Genet has had many roles throughout his career. Here are some of his notable appearances.

Film Roles

• 1989: Simple Justice as Mitchell Jackson
• 1990: Presumed Innocent as Court Clerk
• 1995: Let It Be Me as Panhandler
• 1996: One Fine Day as Press Secretary
• 2002: 25th Hour as Agent Cunningham
• 2004: She Hate Me as Jamal Armstrong
• 2010: Dream Street
• 2010: Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps as James' Butler

Television Roles

• 1988: The Equalizer as Ben
• 1990–1995: As the World Turns as Lamar Griffin (7 episodes)
• 1992: Law & Order as Johnson
• 1996: Law & Order as Henry Davis
• 1997: New York Undercover as Earl
• 2002: Law & Order as Bill Danberg
• 2003: Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Feingold
• 2003: Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Brent's Attorney
• 2006: Law & Order as Warren Shenkler
• 2008: Law & Order as Franklin Slater
• 2010: Ugly Betty as Dr. Thompson
• 2010: Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Mulla
• 2010: One Life to Live as Warden (4 episodes)
• 2011: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Lt. Harrison
• 2013: The Americans as Reverend
• 2018: Blue Bloods as Judge Alexander

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