Courtney B. Vance

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Summary

Courtney B. Vance is an actor and producer whose stage and screen work includes Fences, The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story, Lovecraft Country, and 61st Street. His roles and interviews have often engaged with black history, racism, and criminal justice. He has spoken about the need for dialogue on racial injustice, the importance of stories about Black, native American, Asian, gay, and trans experiences, and the value of black representation in science fiction. He has also served as president of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, which provides aid to performers. No public party campaigning or anti-woke statements are on record.