Charles S. Dutton Movies And Tv Shows

You know, I was walking my dog the other day, and we passed this old movie theater. It's been closed for years, but the marquee still works, and someone had written "Charles S. Dutton - The Man, The Myth, The Movies" on it. I chuckled, thinking, "Well, that's one way to get noticed, Charlie!" And it got me thinking about this guy's incredible career in movies and TV shows.

From Stage to Screen

Charles S. Dutton, born in 1951, started his career on the stage. Can you believe he was once a prison inmate who taught himself to act? Talk about turning your life around! His first big break came in 1979 when he played the lead in August Wilson's "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" on Broadway. Not bad for a guy who didn't even finish high school, huh?

But it wasn't until the 80s that Dutton made his mark on the silver screen. His first movie role was in "Raging Bull," directed by Martin Scorsese. Now, that's what I call a big debut! He played a boxer, and even though he only had a small part, he held his own alongside Robert De Niro.

TV's New Favorite Bad Boy

In the 90s, Dutton became a familiar face on our TV screens. He played the bad boy we loved to hate in shows like "NYPD Blue" and "The Practice." In "NYPD Blue," he played a corrupt cop, and let me tell you, he was so convincing, I was almost ready to call the cops on him myself!

But Dutton wasn't just about playing the tough guy. He showed his range in "The Practice," playing a defense attorney with a heart of gold. Well, maybe not gold, but you know what I mean. He was nominated for an Emmy for that role, and I'm not surprised. The man can act!

Directing and Producing: The Whole Package

Dutton didn't stop at acting, though. He started directing and producing too. He directed episodes of "The Practice" and "Without a Trace," and even produced a few movies. Talk about a multi-talented guy, right?

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And let's not forget his voice work. He's narrated documentaries, done voice-overs for video games, and even played a talking gorilla in " Congo." I mean, who else could pull off a talking gorilla and make it believable?

Still Going Strong

Dutton might be in his 70s now, but he's still going strong. He's been in recent movies like "The Equalizer 2" and "The Last Full Measure." And you know what? He's still just as good as he was back in the day. Some actors lose their touch, but not Dutton. He's like a fine wine, he just gets better with age.

So, the next time you're watching a movie or a TV show and you see Charles S. Dutton, give the man a round of applause. He's earned it. And if you see him on the street, give him a thumbs up for me. Tell him you loved his work in "Raging Bull." I'm sure he'll appreciate it.

And as for that old movie theater, I hope they leave that marquee up. It's a reminder of a man who turned his life around and became a true Hollywood legend. Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got a date with my TV and some of Dutton's best work. Until next time, folks!