Bernard White is a prolific actor who has appeared in over 30 feature films, with a recent lead role in Quarantine (2008). Some of his notable film credits include "Agha Babur" in American Dreamz (2006),"Rama-Kandra" in The Matrix Reloaded (2003) and The Matrix Revolutions (2003),and a starring role in Land of Plenty (2004) alongside Michelle Williams and John Diehl.
On stage, White has had a distinguished career, starring in productions such as "The Seven" at The La Jolla Playhouse, "Blithe Spirit" at The Williamstown Theatre Festival, and "Wings of Desire" at A.R.T. He has also toured Europe with the original production of "Wings of Desire" and co-starred in an off-Broadway production of "Landscape of The Body" alongside Lili Taylor.
White's comedic skills have been praised in films such as Garry Marshall's Raising Helen (2004) and the independent film Sueño (2005). His other film credits include The Scorpion King (2002),Pay It Forward (2000),City of Angels (1998),Strange Days (1995),and a host of independent films.
As a familiar face on television, White has recurred on popular series such as 24 (2001),The West Wing (1999),JAG (1995),and Alias (2001). He has also had recent guest-star roles on shows like Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (2008),CSI: Miami (2002),ER (1994),The Unit (2006),Heartland (2007),and E-Ring (2005).
In addition to his acting work, White has also directed and written several projects. He directed and wrote his first film, The Want (2001),and has penned several screenplays and stage plays. He has also founded Plymouth, an experimental theatre company in Hollywood.
White was born in Sri Lanka and raised in Detroit, graduating with a B.A. in Theatre from Michigan State. He divides his time between LA and New York City.
