Lyriq Bent

Lyriq Bent

51 · Born: Jan 3, 1974

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BornJan 3, 1974 Kingston, Jamaica

Biography

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Lyriq Bent is a Canadian actor with a remarkable career spanning multiple platforms. Born with a passion for acting, Bent's journey began as a Computer Graphic Technician after graduating college with high honors. However, he took up acting on a dare and has since made a name for himself in the industry.

With numerous film and television appearances under his belt, Bent has demonstrated his versatility by taking on a wide range of roles. His breakthrough came with co-starring roles in the drama series "Angela's Eyes" and "Platinum," followed by recurring roles in "Playmakers," "Rookie Blue," and "Guns."

Bent's film credits include starring alongside notable actors such as Mark Wahlberg, Andrè 3000, Antonio Banderas, and Alfre Woodard. He has also appeared in the horror film franchise "Saw" and romantic dramas like "Take the Lead" and "Mother's Day."

In addition to his acting career, Bent is an avid sports enthusiast, particularly golf, basketball, baseball, and soccer. He is also a skilled cook and enjoys spending time in his kitchen.

Recent projects include the BET/CBC mini-series "Book of Negroes" and the film "Home Again," which premiered at the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival. Bent's dedication to his craft and his passion for acting have earned him recognition in both Canada and the United States.

Career

2022
Long Slow Exhale
Long Slow Exhale as Garrett Carter
An Ice Wine Christmas
An Ice Wine Christmas as Declan Monroe
Delilah
Delilah as Gordon Leighton
2019
Benjamin
Benjamin as Paramedic #1
Carter
Carter as Joyce Boyle
Love Jacked
Love Jacked as Tyrell
2017
Mary Kills People
Mary Kills People as Detective Frank Gaines
She's Gotta Have It
She's Gotta Have It as Jamie Overstreet
2016
2015
The Book of Negroes
The Book of Negroes as Chekura Tiano
2014
The Good Sister
The Good Sister as Investigator
2013
Queen City
Queen City as Takiri
2012
Home Again
Home Again as Dunston Williams
2010
Mother's Day
Mother's Day as Treshawn Jackson
Rookie Blue
Rookie Blue as Frank Best
2009
Defendor
Defendor as Wayne
Guns
Guns as Ford Sanders
2008
Sophie
Sophie as Andre
2007
Saw IV
Saw IV as Rigg
2006
Saw III
Saw III as Rigg
Angela's Eyes
Angela's Eyes as Leo Jetson
2005
Saw II
Saw II as Daniel Rigg
2003
Crime Spree
Crime Spree as Ellwood
Honey
Honey as Barber
2001
Jane Doe
Jane Doe as Rawlins