Omar Benson Miller is best known for playing Charlie in ‘The Institute’ (2020–2021), Leon Boykewich in ‘Ballers’ (2015–2019), and Walter Tatum in ‘Shark’ (2006–2008).
Films
- The Last Full MeasureCharles ‘Skipper’ Kettles (young)2019
- The ClapperTeddy2017
- American Wrestler: The WizardCoach Plummer2016
- Lila & EveAlonzo2015
- The HelpWilliam Holbrook2011
- Get Rich or Die Tryin’Pimp2005
- She Hate MeJamie2004
- 8 MileSol George2002
- Sorority BoysBig D2002
- The OthersActor in Play (uncredited)2001
TV shows
- The InstituteCharlie2020–2021
- BallersLeon Boykewich2015–2019
- Major CrimesDetective Ray Martin2013
- CSI: NYDetective Nelson Banks2010
- SharkWalter Tatum2006–2008
- Sleeper CellEarl2005
- Final WitnessNarrator (voice)2012–2014
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About Omar Benson Miller
Omar Benson Miller is an American actor, known for his warm screen presence and supporting roles in both television and film. He gained prominence playing a forensic expert on the CBS drama ‘Shark’ and later as a sports agent on HBO’s ‘Ballers’.
FAQs
What is Omar Benson Miller’s most famous TV role?
He is best known for playing Leon Boykewich on HBO’s ‘Ballers’ (2015–2019) and Walter Tatum on CBS’s ‘Shark’ (2006–2008).
Did Omar Benson Miller appear in ‘8 Mile’?
Yes, he played Sol George, a friend of Rabbit, in the 2002 film starring Eminem.
Is Omar Benson Miller in ‘The Help’?
Yes, he played William Holbrook, a servant, in the 2011 film ‘The Help’.
What awards has Omar Benson Miller won?
He received the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture in 2012 for ‘The Help’.
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