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Wesley Snipes

Actor

Wesley Snipes

  • Born: 31 July 1962, Orlando, Florida, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

Wesley Snipes is an American actor and film producer known for his roles in action films and dramas. He gained fame for his performances in the 'Blade' trilogy, 'White Men Can't Jump', and 'Demolition Man'. Snipes is recognized for his charismatic screen…

About Wesley Snipes

Wesley Snipes is an American actor and film producer known for his roles in action films and dramas. He gained fame for his performances in the 'Blade' trilogy, 'White Men Can't Jump', and 'Demolition Man'. Snipes is recognized for his charismatic screen presence and martial arts skills, contributing significantly to the action genre throughout the 1990s and early 2000s.

Born
31 July 1962, Orlando, Florida, USA
Height
5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Children
5 children, names not publicly disclosed
Parents
Maryann Snipes, Wesley Snipes Sr.
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about Wesley Snipes

  • Wesley Snipes is a trained martial artist, holding black belts in multiple disciplines including karate and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
  • He was initially considered for the role of Neo in 'The Matrix' before Keanu Reeves was cast.

Famous Wesley Snipes quotes

“Some motherf***ers are always trying to ice skate uphill.”
Blade II, 2002
“You know what they say: once you go black, you never go back.”
White Men Can't Jump, 1992
“I'm not a monster. I'm just a man.”
Blade, 1998

Wesley Snipes filmography

Cast (89)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2024Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Deadpool & Wolverine MovieSelf - Blade6.8
2024Deadpool & Wolverine MovieBlade7.6
2024Where's Usher? MovieLeslie Snipes
2023Back on the Strip MovieLuther 'Mr. Big'5.6
2023Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur TVMorlak (voice)7.4
2021True Story TVCarlton7.1
2021Coming 2 America MovieGeneral Izzi6.3
2020Cut Throat City MovieLawrence6.3
2019Dolemite Is My Name MovieD’Urville Martin7.0
2019What We Do in the Shadows TVWesley8.0
Show 79 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2018Basketball: A Love Story TVSelf (archive footage)7.3
2017Armed Response MovieIsaac5.1
2017The Recall MovieThe Hunter4.7
2016Forensic Justice TVSelf (archive footage)
2015Chi-Raq MovieSean 'Cyclops' Andrews5.7
2015The Player TVMr. Johnson6.3
2014The Making of The Expendables 3 MovieSelf6.5
2014Do The Right Thing 25 Year Anniversary A Beats Music Experience Movieself
2014The Expendables 3 MovieDoc6.2
2014Late Night with Seth Meyers TVSelf5.1
2012Gallowwalkers MovieAman4.8
2010Game of Death MovieAgent Marcus4.9
2010Conan TVSelf7.2
20102Everything2Terrible2: Tokyo Drift Movie(archive footage)6.1
2010Brooklyn's Finest MovieCasanova 'Caz' Phillips6.3
2008The Art of War II: Betrayal MovieNeil Shaw4.7
2007The Contractor MovieJames Dial5.5
2006Hard Luck MovieLucky5.5
2006The Detonator MovieSonni Griffith4.7
2005The Marksman MoviePainter5.3
20057 Seconds MovieJack Tuliver5.5
2005Nightstalkers, Daywalkers, and Familiars: Inside the World of Blade Trinity MovieSelf
2005Chaos MovieLorenz / Jason York6.3
2004Blade: Trinity MovieBlade5.9
2004Unstoppable MovieDean Cage5.2
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - Guest5.3
2002The Blood Pact: The Making of 'Blade II' MovieSelf4.2
2002Undisputed MovieMonroe Hutchen6.5
2002Zig Zag MovieDave Fletcher5.7
2002Blade II MovieBlade6.6
2002Liberty Stands Still MovieJoe5.3
2001The Bernie Mac Show TVDuke6.7
2000Disappearing Acts MovieFranklin Swift6.2
2000The Art of War MovieNeil Shaw5.7
1999Play It to the Bone MovieWesley Snipes (Ringside Fan)5.5
1999Futuresport MovieObike Fixx4.3
1998Down in the Delta MovieWill Sinclair6.3
1998Vivement dimanche TVSelf3.6
1998Blade MovieBlade6.9
1998Masters of the Martial Arts Presented by Wesley Snipes MovieSelf9.0
1998U.S. Marshals MovieSheridan6.6
1997One Night Stand MovieMax Carlyle5.6
1997The View TVSelf - Guest4.3
1997Murder at 1600 MovieDetective Harlan Regis6.1
1996John Henrik Clarke: A Great and Mighty Walk MovieNarrator4.5
1996Jackie Chan - From Stuntman to Superstar MovieSelf7.4
1996The Fan MovieBobby Rayburn6.0
1996America's Dream MovieGeorge Du Vaul (segment "The Boy Who Painted Christ Black")6.7
1995Waiting to Exhale MovieJames Wheeler (uncredited)6.2
1995Money Train MovieJohn5.9
1995To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar MovieNoxeema Jackson7.5
1995Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child TVThe Pied Piper (voice)6.3
1994Drop Zone MoviePete Nessip5.8
1994Sugar Hill MovieRomello Skuggs5.7
1993Demolition Man MovieSimon Phoenix6.8
1993Hardwood Dreams MovieNarrator7.0
1993Rising Sun MovieLt. Webster Smith6.1
1993Boiling Point MovieJimmy Mercer4.9
1992The Real Malcolm X MovieUnknown character8.0
1992Passenger 57 MovieJohn Cutter6.0
1992HBO First Look TVUnknown character5.5
1992The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TVSelf5.3
1992The Waterdance MovieRaymond Hill6.0
1992White Men Can't Jump MovieSidney Deane6.7
1991Sous les marches du palais MovieSelf
1991Jungle Fever MovieFlipper Purify6.4
1991New Jack City MovieNino Brown6.7
1990Mo' Better Blues MovieShadow Henderson (Sax)6.5
1990King of New York MovieThomas Flanigan6.8
1990H.E.L.P. TVLou Barton7.5
1989Major League MovieWillie Mays Hayes6.9
1987The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd TVHood6.8
1987Critical Condition MovieAmbulance Driver5.5
1986Streets of Gold MovieRoland Jenkins5.4
1986Wildcats MovieTrumaine6.2
1984Miami Vice TVSilk7.4
1971Film '72 TVSelf5.1
1953The Oscars TVSelf7.1
TBAOutbreak Z MovieUnknown character

Crew (15)

YearTitleRoleRating
2023Back on the Strip MovieProducer · Production5.6
2017Armed Response MovieProducer · Production5.1
2017The Recall MovieProducer · Production4.7
2004Blade: Trinity MovieProducer · Production5.9
2002Undisputed MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.5
Show 10 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2002Blade II MovieProducer · Production6.6
2000Disappearing Acts MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.2
2000The Art of War MovieExecutive Producer · Production5.7
1999Futuresport MovieProducer · Production4.3
1998Down in the Delta MovieProducer · Production6.3
1998Blade MovieProducer · Production6.9
1998Blade MovieMartial Arts Choreographer · Crew6.9
1998Jackie Chan: My Story MovieThanks · Crew6.3
1998The Big Hit MovieProducer · Production6.0
TBAOutbreak Z MovieExecutive Producer · Production

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Questions about Wesley Snipes

What are Wesley Snipes' most famous films?

Wesley Snipes is best known for the 'Blade' trilogy, 'White Men Can't Jump', and 'Demolition Man'. These films showcase his versatility and skill in both action and comedy.

Has Wesley Snipes won any major awards?

While Wesley Snipes has not won an Academy Award, he has received several nominations, including a Golden Globe nomination for his role in 'One Night Stand'.

What was Wesley Snipes' first film?

Wesley Snipes made his film debut in 'Wildcats' (1986), where he played a supporting role alongside Goldie Hawn.

What is Wesley Snipes' estimated net worth?

Wesley Snipes' estimated net worth is around $10 million. This figure has fluctuated due to various legal and financial challenges over the years.

How many children does Wesley Snipes have?

Wesley Snipes has five children. Their names are not publicly disclosed, maintaining their privacy.

What is Wesley Snipes' background in martial arts?

Wesley Snipes is a highly skilled martial artist, holding black belts in karate, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and kickboxing, which he incorporates into his film roles.

What role did Wesley Snipes play in 'Blade'?

In 'Blade', Wesley Snipes portrays the titular character, a half-vampire, half-mortal vampire hunter, which became one of his most iconic roles.

Is Wesley Snipes involved in any upcoming projects?

Yes, Wesley Snipes stars in 'Heist 88', a film released in 2023, showcasing his continued presence in the film industry.