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Neil Brown Jr.
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Cornelius C. Brown Jr.
June 19, 1980 Orlando, Florida, U.S.
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| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Children | 2 |
Cornelius C. "Neil" Brown Jr. (born June 19, 1980) is an American actor who has appeared in many popular movies and TV shows. You might know him as Ray Perry in the military drama SEAL Team or as Chad Kerr in the comedy series Insecure.
He also played the real-life musician DJ Yella in the hit 2015 movie Straight Outta Compton. Brown is known for his roles in action, drama, and comedy, showing his wide range as an actor.
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Early Life and Background
Neil Brown Jr. was born in Orlando, Florida. His father, Cornelius Brown, was a U.S. Marine, and his mother, Carrie Brown, worked in insurance. Growing up in a family with a military background gave him a unique perspective that he later used in his acting roles.
Acting Career
Neil Brown Jr. started his acting career when he was a teenager. He is skilled in martial arts, which helped him get his first roles.
Early Television Roles
One of his first appearances was on the martial arts TV show WMAC Masters in 1995. Over the years, he appeared in many popular shows, often in guest roles. These include:
- ER
- The Walking Dead, where he played Guillermo.
- Suits, where he had a recurring role as Clifford Danner.
Major Movie Roles
Brown has been in several major films. He often plays tough, action-oriented characters.
- In Fast & Furious (2009), he played a racer named Malik Herzon.
- In the science-fiction action movie Battle: Los Angeles (2011), he played a smart and brave Marine named LCpl. Richard "Motown" Guerrero.
- In Straight Outta Compton (2015), he portrayed DJ Yella, a member of the famous hip-hop group N.W.A.
Success on Television
From 2016 to 2021, Brown played Chad Kerr in the HBO comedy Insecure. His character was a funny and loyal friend, which showed off his talent for comedy.
Starting in 2017, he took on one of his most famous roles as Ray Perry in the TV series SEAL Team. In the show, he plays an experienced and respected Navy SEAL. The series follows a special team of soldiers on dangerous missions around the world.
Selected Film and TV Roles
Neil Brown Jr. has a long list of acting credits. Here are some of his most well-known projects.
Notable Films
- Tigerland (2000) - Pvt. Jamoa Kearns
- Never Back Down (2008) - Aaron
- Fast & Furious (2009) - Malik Herzon
- Battle: Los Angeles (2011) - LCpl. Richard "Motown" Guerrero
- Straight Outta Compton (2015) - DJ Yella
- Sand Castle (2017) - Enzo
- City of Lies (2018) - Rafael Pérez
Notable Television Shows
- WMAC Masters (1995) - Jake
- South Beach (2006) - Felix Rodriguez
- The Walking Dead (2010) - Guillermo
- Suits (2011–2013) - Clifford Danner
- Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency (2016) - Detective Joel Estevez
- Insecure (2016–2021) - Chad Kerr
- SEAL Team (2017–2024) - Ray Perry
External links
- Neil Brown Jr. at the Internet Movie Database
- Neil Brown Jr. at TV Guide
See also
In Spanish: Neil Brown Jr. para niños
