Wendell Pierce

Wendell Pierce

62 · Born: Dec 8, 1963

Personal Details

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BornDec 8, 1963 New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Parents
  • Althea Pierce
  • Amos Pierce

Biography

Wendell Edward Pierce is a multifaceted American individual, exceling in both the realms of acting and entrepreneurship.

As a talented thespian, Pierce has garnered widespread recognition for his captivating portrayals in various HBO dramas. His most notable roles include Detective Bunk Moreland in The Wire and trombonist Antoine Batiste in Treme, which have cemented his reputation as a masterful actor.

In addition to his work in television, Pierce has also made a significant impact in the world of film. He has appeared in a range of movies, including Malcolm X, Ray, and Selma, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor.

Pierce's impressive resume also includes stage performances, with one of his most notable roles being that of Willy Loman in the 2019 revival of Arthur Miller's classic play, Death of a Salesman, at the Piccadilly Theatre in London's West End. This performance earned him a nomination for the prestigious Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Play.

Throughout his illustrious career, Pierce has been recognized with numerous accolades, including three nominations for Independent Spirit Awards. His dedication to his craft and unwavering commitment to excellence have solidified his position as a respected and accomplished figure in the entertainment industry.

Career

2025
Superman
Superman as Perry White
Thunderbolts*
Thunderbolts* as Congressman Gary
2024
Elsbeth
Elsbeth as C.W. Wagner
2022
Don't Hang Up
Don't Hang Up as Chris Daniels
Becoming Frederick Douglass
Becoming Frederick Douglass as Frederick Douglass (voice)
2021
The Watch
The Watch as Death (voice)
2019
Clemency
Clemency as Jonathan Williams
Burning Cane
Burning Cane as Reverend Tillman
2018
Piercing
Piercing as The Doctor
Jack Ryan
Jack Ryan as James Greer
Suits
Suits as Robert Zane
2017
Rodents of Unusual Size
Rodents of Unusual Size as Narrator (voice)
2016
Confirmation
Confirmation as Clarence Thomas
Bad Moms
Bad Moms as Principal Daryl Burr
Grease Live!
Grease Live! as Coach Calhoun
2015
The Gift
The Gift as Detective Mills
The Runner
The Runner as Frank Legrand
2014
Elsa & Fred
Elsa & Fred as Armande
Foreclosure
Foreclosure as Virgil
Selma
Selma as Rev. Hosea Williams
2013
Four
Four as Joe
Parker
Parker as Carlson
Möbius
Möbius as Bob
2012
Lay the Favorite
Lay the Favorite as Dave the Rave
2011
The Mortician
The Mortician as Clinger
Horrible Bosses
Horrible Bosses as Detective Hagan
2010
Night Catches Us
Night Catches Us as David Gordon
Love Ranch
Love Ranch as Naasih Mohammed
Treme
Treme as Antoine Batiste
2009
Beyond All Boundaries
Beyond All Boundaries as Sgt. Thomas McPhatter
2007
Pariah
Pariah as Arthur
2006
Stay Alive
Stay Alive as Detective Thibodeaux
2004
Ray
Ray as Wilbur Brassfield
2003
2002
The Wire
The Wire as Bunk Moreland
2001
The Gilded Six Bits
The Gilded Six Bits as Otis D. Slimmons
1999
Shadows of the Past
Shadows of the Past as Reverend Tillis
The 24 Hour Woman
The 24 Hour Woman as Roy Labelle
1998
Bulworth
Bulworth as Fred
1996
Sleepers
Sleepers as Little Caesar
1995
Hackers
Hackers as S.S. Agent Richard Gill
1994
1993
Strapped
Strapped as District Attorney
1992
Malcolm X
Malcolm X as Ben Thomas
1991
The 10 Million Dollar Getaway
The 10 Million Dollar Getaway as Parnell "Stacks" Edwards
1990
A Matter of Degrees
A Matter of Degrees as Wells Dennard
Capital News
Capital News as Conrad White
1989
Family Business
Family Business as Prosecutor
1986
The Money Pit
The Money Pit as Paramedic