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Sterling K. Brown

Actor

Sterling K. Brown

  • Born: 5 April 1976, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

Sterling K. Brown is an acclaimed American actor known for his powerful performances in both television and film. He gained significant recognition for his roles in 'This Is Us' and 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story,' earning multiple awards…

About Sterling K. Brown

Sterling K. Brown is an acclaimed American actor known for his powerful performances in both television and film. He gained significant recognition for his roles in 'This Is Us' and 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story,' earning multiple awards. Renowned for his emotional depth and commanding presence, he has become a respected figure in the industry.

Born
5 April 1976, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Known for
Acting
Height
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Spouses
Ryan Michelle Bathe (2007-present)
Children
2, Andrew Jason Brown, Amare James Brown
Parents
Sterling Brown Sr., Armelia Brown
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about Sterling K. Brown

  • Sterling K. Brown was the first African American to win the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
  • He appeared in a viral video with his wife, Ryan Michelle Bathe, where they recreated famous movie scenes.

Famous Sterling K. Brown quotes

“I am not a monster.”
Black Panther, 2018
“You have to take the good with the bad.”
This Is Us, 2016
“You can’t be afraid to fail.”
The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story, 2016

Sterling K. Brown: coming up

  • The Gallerist (Movie, Tom)4 December 2026
  • The Comebacker (Movie)29 July 2027

Credits and dates: TMDB.

Sterling K. Brown filmography

Cast (107)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2027The Comebacker MovieUnknown character
2026The Gallerist MovieTom
2026Is God Is MovieMan5.9
2026Paradise: Official Podcast TVSelf
2025Washington Black TVMedwin Harris6.0
2025Paradise TVXavier Collins7.6
2024Atlas MovieColonel Elias Banks6.6
2023American Fiction MovieClifford Ellison7.2
2023Biosphere MovieRay5.3
2022Interrupting Chicken TVPapa (voice)7.1
Show 97 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2022The Jennifer Hudson Show TVSelf - Guest5.6
2022Sherri TVSelf - Guest2.6
2022Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. MovieLee-Curtis Childs4.6
2021Bug Therapy MovieStick Bug (voice)9.5
2021The Normal Heart MovieUnknown character
2021Roll Up Your Sleeves MovieSelf7.1
2021INVINCIBLE TVAngstrom Levy / Angstrom #646 (voice)8.6
2021INVINCIBLE TVAngstrom Levy (voice)8.6
2021Soul of a Nation TVSelf5.0
2021Amend: The Fight for America TVSelf7.1
2021Lincoln: Divided We Stand TVNarrator9.2
2020A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote MovieLeo McGarry7.9
2020Into the Unknown: Making Frozen II TVSelf7.0
2020Solar Opposites TVHalk (voice)7.8
2020Who Wants to Be a Millionaire TVSelf - Phone a Friend9.2
2020The Rhythm Section MovieSerra5.5
2020Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts TVLio Oak (voice)8.2
2019Ellen's Greatest Night of Giveaways TVSelf
2019One Day at Disney MovieNarrator (voice)6.8
2019Frozen II MovieMattias (voice)7.2
2019Waves MovieRonald7.4
2019Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration MovieSelf9.3
2019The Kelly Clarkson Show TVSelf - Guest6.2
2019The Kelly Clarkson Show TVSelf6.2
2019The Angry Birds Movie 2 MovieGarry (voice)7.1
2019The Lonely Island Presents: The Unauthorized Bash Brothers Experience MovieSia6.4
2018The Predator MovieTraeger5.6
2018Hotel Artemis MovieSherman / Waikiki6.1
2018Black Panther MovieN'Jobu7.4
2017Marshall MovieJoseph Spell7.3
2017Big Mouth TVMichael Angelo (voice)7.6
2017Big Mouth TVUnknown character7.6
2017The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel TVReggie8.1
2016This Is Us TVRandall Pearson8.2
2016Spaceman MovieRodney Scott5.8
2016Whiskey Tango Foxtrot MovieSgt. Hurd6.3
2016American Crime Story TVChristopher Darden7.6
2016Mojave MovieDetective Fletcher (uncredited)5.0
2015The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TVSelf - Guest6.1
2015Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter TVSelf6.2
2015IMDb on the Scene TVSelf6.5
2015Hot Ones TVSelf7.1
2015MLB Network Presents TVNarrator8.0
2014Variety Studio: Actors on Actors TVSelf4.2
2014Running Wild with Bear Grylls TVSelf6.9
2014Galyntine MovieSamhir0.5
2014Late Night with Seth Meyers TVSelf - Guest5.1
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf - Guest5.8
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf5.8
2013Masters of Sex TVMarcus7.1
2013Brooklyn Nine-Nine TVPhilip Davidson8.2
2013The Suspect MovieThe Other Suspect5.3
2012Finding Your Roots TVSelf6.5
2011Person of Interest TVCal Beecher8.1
2011Our Idiot Brother MovieOfficer Omar6.1
2011Harry's Law TVMr. Thomas7.5
2010Nikita TVNick Anson7.3
2009The Good Wife TVAndrew Boylan7.6
2009Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TVSelf - Guest4.9
2009Castle TVEd Redley8.0
2008The Mentalist TVDEA Agent Higgins8.4
2008Righteous Kill MovieRogers5.9
2008Eli Stone TVDavid Mosley6.8
2007CNN Heroes TVSelf - Guest1.0
2007The Favor MoviePoliceman #16.0
2007Army Wives TVRoland Burton7.5
2007The Graham Norton Show TVSelf7.2
2006Shark TVQuenton North6.7
2005Stay MovieFrederick / Devon6.6
2005Supernatural TVGordon Walker8.3
2005Trust the Man MovieRand5.2
2005Starved TVAdam Williams4.7
2005Medium TVTodd Gillis7.5
2004Boston Legal TVZeke Borns7.9
2003Tarzan TVDetective Carey7.4
2003NCIS TVElijah Banner7.6
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - Guest5.3
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf5.3
2002Brown Sugar MovieCo-Worker6.7
2002Hack TVRasheed Morgan7.7
2002Without a Trace TVThomas Biggs7.2
2002Smallpox 2002: Silent Weapon MovieCarl Jocelyn7.2
2001Alias TVAgent Rance6.8
1999Third Watch TVOfficer Dade7.9
1996The Daily Show TVSelf - Guest6.4
1995The Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA TVSelf6.0
1994ER TVBob Harris7.8
1988LIVE with Kelly and Mark TVSelf - Guest5.6
1981Entertainment Tonight TVSelf4.3
1975Saturday Night Live TVSelf - Host6.9
1953The Oscars TVSelf - Presenter7.1
1953The Oscars TVSelf7.1
1949The Emmy Awards TVSelf7.9
TBAVoltron MovieZarkon
TBAThe Defender MovieScipio Africanus Jones
TBADouble Booked MovieUnknown character
TBABetter Than They Found It: Black Coaches Who Shaped the Modern NFL MovieNarrator (voice)

Crew (4)

YearTitleRoleRating
2025Washington Black TVExecutive Producer · Production6.0
2025Shadow Force MovieProducer · Production6.3
2025Paradise TVExecutive Producer · Production7.6
2022Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. MovieProducer · Production4.6

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Questions about Sterling K. Brown

What are Sterling K. Brown's most notable awards?

Sterling K. Brown has won several awards including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for 'This Is Us' and a Critics' Choice Television Award.

What was Sterling K. Brown's first major film role?

Sterling K. Brown's first significant film role was in 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco,' which showcased his talent and led to further opportunities.

How many children does Sterling K. Brown have?

Sterling K. Brown has two children, Andrew Jason Brown and Amare James Brown, with his wife Ryan Michelle Bathe.

What is Sterling K. Brown's estimated net worth?

Sterling K. Brown's estimated net worth is approximately $10 million, reflecting his successful career in acting and various projects.

Which TV show made Sterling K. Brown famous?

Sterling K. Brown gained widespread fame for his role as Randall Pearson in the critically acclaimed series 'This Is Us,' which premiered in 2016.

Did Sterling K. Brown win an Oscar?

As of now, Sterling K. Brown has not won an Oscar, but he has received numerous accolades for his performances in television and film.

What genres does Sterling K. Brown typically work in?

Sterling K. Brown often works in drama and thriller genres, showcasing his versatility and emotional range as an actor.

What is a defining characteristic of Sterling K. Brown's acting style?

Sterling K. Brown is known for his emotional authenticity and depth, often bringing a strong sense of humanity to his characters.