Darius McCrary is a renowned actor, best known for his iconic role as Eddie Winslow on the long-running television series "Family Matters". He began his career in Hollywood at the tender age of nine and has since consistently demonstrated exceptional performance skills across multiple platforms, including films, television, theater, and music projects.
Throughout his illustrious career, McCrary has showcased his versatility by starring as a series regular on various television shows, including NBC's "Committed" as Bowie James, UPN's "Eve" as Jamal, and CBS's "The Young and the Restless" as Malcolm Winters. He has also made notable appearances on the NBC/Paramount miniseries "Kingpin", HBO's critically acclaimed "Don King: Only in America" alongside Ving Rhames, and the classic comedy "Kingdom Come".
On the big screen, McCrary has shared the spotlight with esteemed actors such as Robert De Niro in "15 Minutes" as detective Tommy Cullen, and opposite the late Morgan Freeman in the Oscar-winning "Mississippi Burning" as Aaron Williams. His extensive filmography also includes roles in "Something to Sing About", "Hostage", and "The Breaks".
McCrary's stage presence is equally impressive, with notable performances in "The Maintenance Man" as Malcolm Tremell, based on the novel by author Michael Baisden, and "Vampires: Los Muertos" as Ray Collins.
In addition to his acting credits, McCrary has lent his talents to various television shows, including Fox's drama series "Star" as Leah Daniels (Otis),and the comedy series "Big Shots" as Legendary Ivan Whitman. He has also portrayed the legendary musician James Brown in the documentary "America's Soul" and the late Gerald Lavert in "Mickey Howard's Story".
As a humanitarian at heart, McCrary is currently in production for his show and podcast "Beyond Black", which aims to highlight the importance of recognizing individuals as more than just their skin color, and excellence that transcends the categories imposed by others. Through a series of interviews, skits, reels, and short-films, the show will tackle pressing issues such as social justice and racial inequality, while also offering an authentic glimpse into the life and experiences of the real Darius McCrary.
