Shemar Moore
Shemar Moore | |
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Born | Shemar Franklin Moore April 20, 1970 Oakland, California, U.S. |
Alma mater | Santa Clara University (BA) |
Occupations |
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Years active | 1994–present |
Partner | Jesiree Dizon (2020–present) |
Children | 1 |
Awards |
Shemar Franklin Moore (born April 20, 1970) is an American actor. His notable roles include
Moore has won eight
Early life
Moore was born in
Career
Moore is best known for his role as Malcolm Winters on the CBS television soap opera The Young and the Restless for more than a decade. In November 2004, he returned to The Young and the Restless after originally planning to leave the show, but after a few months he dropped back to recurring status and left in September 2005. In 2007, he said, "My time is done on Y&R. I did eight solid years as Malcolm."[8]
During his time on The Young and the Restless, Moore was the host of the
In 2005, Moore began playing Derek Morgan in the original cast of Criminal Minds. [8] In March 2016, he left the role, after 251 episodes, in episode 18 of season 11, "A Beautiful Disaster".[14]
In February 2017, it was announced that Moore would star in CBS's new series titled S.W.A.T., based on the 2003 film and 1975 television series of the same name.[15] The show has now filmed six seasons, and been renewed for a final, seventh season.[16]
In June 2021, it was announced that Moore had joined the cast of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, as Randall Handel.[17][18] He also stars as the "Unnecessary Action Hero" in a series of commercials for Paycom.[19]
Moore worked as a model during his college years.[20] He is signed to DNA Model Management in New York City. Moore appeared on the March 2009 issue of Men's Fitness magazine.[21]
Personal life
Moore dated soccer player Shawna Gordon from 2014 to 2015.[22] In 2018, he dated Quantico actress Anabelle Acosta.[23] On January 9, 2023, he announced the due date of his first child with his girlfriend, Jesiree Dizon, was February 8, 2023.[24] The couple's daughter was born January 24, 2023.[25]
Moore formed a retail clothing company known as Baby Girl LLC. The company's profits are used to help fight multiple sclerosis,[26] a disease Moore's mother had. The organization's name is derived from a phrase used by Moore's character, Derek Morgan, on Criminal Minds.[27] In 2016, actor Keith Tisdell pleaded guilty to grand theft charges after stealing more than $60,000 from Baby Girl LLC.[28] Tisdell agreed to repay the amount.[27]
Filmography
Film
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1997 | Hav Plenty | Chris | |
1998 | Butter | Freddy Roland | |
2001 | The Brothers | Terry White | |
2004 | Motives | Emery Simms | |
Greener | Ricky Johnson | ||
2005 | The Seat Filler | Trent | |
Diary of a Mad Black Woman | Orlando | ||
2007 | Motives 2 | Emery Simms | |
2013 | Kill Me, Deadly | Bill the Piano Player | |
2014 | Justice League: War | Victor Stone / Cyborg | Voice role |
2015 | Justice League: Throne of Atlantis | ||
2016 | The Bounce Back | Matthew Taylor | |
Justice League vs. Teen Titans | Victor Stone / Cyborg | Voice role | |
2018 | The Death of Superman | ||
2019 | Reign of the Supermen | ||
2020 | Justice League Dark: Apokolips War | ||
2022 | Sonic the Hedgehog 2 | Randall Handel |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1994–2005, 2014, 2019, 2023 | The Young and the Restless | Malcolm Winters | Contract role (1994–2005), guest appearances (2014-23) |
1995 | Living Single | Jon Marc | Episode: "The Last Temptation" |
1996 | The Jamie Foxx Show | Elister | Episode: "Kiss & Tell" |
1997 | The Nanny | Malcolm Winters | Episode: "The Heather Biblow Story" |
Arliss | Sammy Stilton | Episode: "How to Be a Good Listener" | |
1998 | Chicago Hope | Bobby Barrett | Episode: "Waging Bull" |
Mama Flora's Family | Lincoln Fleming | Television film | |
1999 | Moesha | Earl Thomas | Episode: "Had to Be You" |
For Your Love | Dakota Collins | Episode: "Baby Boom" | |
Malcolm & Eddie | Ty | Episode: "Won't Power" | |
1999–2003 | Soul Train | Himself | Host |
2000 | How to Marry a Billionaire: A Christmas Tale | Jason Hunt | Television film |
2002–03 | Birds of Prey | Jesse Reese | Main role |
2003 | Chasing Alice | Adam | Television film |
2004 | Nikki and Nora | Corby | |
Reversible Errors | Collins Farwell | ||
Half & Half | Amani Love | Episode: "The Big Good Help Is Hard to Find Episode" | |
2005–17 | Criminal Minds | Derek Morgan |
Main role (seasons 1–11); special guest (seasons 12–13) |
2017–present | S.W.A.T. | Sergeant Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson | Main role |
2020 | American Soul | N/A | Executive producer (season 2) |
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
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1996 | Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series | The Young and the Restless | Nominated |
NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series | Nominated | ||
1997 | Nominated | |||
Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series | Nominated | ||
1998 | NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series | Won | |
1999 | Won | |||
2000 | Won | |||
Daytime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series | Won | ||
2001 | NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series | Won | |
2002 | Won | |||
2005 | Won | |||
Black Reel Awards | Best Actor, Independent Film | Motives | Nominated | |
2006 | NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series | The Young and the Restless | Won |
Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture | Diary of a Mad Black Woman | Nominated | ||
2014 | Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series | Criminal Minds | Nominated | |
2015 | Won | |||
2016 | People's Choice Awards | Favorite Crime Drama TV Actor | Nominated |
References
- ^ "Shemar Moore Biography (1970-)". Film Reference. Retrieved September 24, 2013.
- ^ Collier, Aldore (April 2001). "Hot Hollywood Hunks on Black Love, Black Women and the Changing Male Image". Ebony. p. 149.
- ^ Collier, Aldore (November 1998). "Is Shemar Moore the finest thing on TV?". Ebony.
- ^ a b c Diaz, Johnny (September 25, 2007). "Agent of change". Boston Globe. Retrieved September 24, 2013.
- ^ Friend, David (June 30, 2016). "Canada Day: Musicians reflect on national pride, politics and partying". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved July 14, 2017.
- ^ Hartlaub, Peter (December 6, 2009). "Who's the most famous person you went to school with?". SFGate/San Francisco Chronicle. Archived from the original on June 2, 2021. Retrieved May 31, 2021.
- ^ "Shemar Moore - S.W.A.T. Cast Member". CBS.
- ^ a b "No More Y&R for Moore". Soap Opera Weekly. February 13, 2007. p. 5.
- ^ "Shemar Moore on 'Soul Train' Mentor's Passing". E.T. February 1, 2012. Retrieved October 2, 2012.
- ^ "Shemar Moore in The Brothers trailer". YouTube. Archived from the original on October 17, 2013. Retrieved October 2, 2012.
- ^ "Shemar Moore Talks Birds of Prey". October 10, 2002. Retrieved October 2, 2012.
- ^ "Shemar Moore". tv.com. Archived from the original on October 13, 2012. Retrieved October 2, 2012.
- ^ Brandee-J-Tecson (February 24, 2006). "Kelly Rowland Hooks Up with Beyonce's Sister Again for Solo LP". MTV News.
- ^ Eng, Joyce (March 23, 2016). "Shemar Moore on His Criminal Minds Exit: "I'm Proud of the Way Things Ended for Derek Morgan"". TV Guide. Retrieved March 11, 2017.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (February 28, 2017). "Shemar Moore To Topline 'S.W.A.T.' CBS Drama Pilot Inspired By Movie". Deadline. Retrieved February 28, 2017.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (May 8, 2023). "'S.W.A.T.' Un-Canceled: Drama Starring Shemar Moore Resurrected At CBS With Season 7 Renewal – Update". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 14, 2023.
- ^ Warner, Sam (June 16, 2021). "Sonic the Hedgehog 2 adds Shemar Moore to the cast". Digital Spy.
- ^ Adams, Tim (June 15, 2021). "Sonic 2 Recruits SWAT's Shemar Moore in Mystery Role". CBR.
- ^ Paycom TV Spot, 'Unnecessary Action Hero: The Getaway That Almost Got Away' Featuring Shemar Moore, retrieved July 27, 2022
- ^ "Shemar Moore- Biography". Yahoo! Movies. Retrieved October 2, 2012.
- ^ Vontz, Andrew. "Shemar Moore". Men's Fitness. Archived from the original on August 28, 2012. Retrieved October 2, 2012.
- ^ Bednall, Jai (January 16, 2015). "Shawna Gordon: From Parramatta to Hollywood". NewsComAu. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ West, Rachel (March 20, 2018). "'S.W.A.T.' Star Shemar Moore Opens Up About His Relationship With 'Quantico' Actress Anabelle Acosta". ET Canada. Archived from the original on August 3, 2020. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ Andaloro, Angela (January 9, 2023). "Shemar Moore Reveals He's Expecting His First Baby on the Third Anniversary of His Mother's Death". People.com. Retrieved January 9, 2023.
- ^ "Shemar Moore on Instagram". Retrieved February 23, 2023.
FRANKIE MOORE!!!! BABY GIRL in da building!!! Born January 24… at 3:38pm…. 7.1 Pounds… 20 inches…. 10 fingers n 10 toes… Already THE LOVE OF MY LIFE!! I'm a Girl Daddy!!!! HOLY SHIT!!! DREAMS COME TRUE!! Grandma Marilyn is in heaven puff puff passing, drinking her wine, and doing her happy dance… I LOVE and MISS YOU everyday Mom🕊️❤️ Frankie is gonna grow up to be a KILLA!!! Watch out World, here comes "Frankie Muthafukkin Moore"!!!! 🥰🥰🥰💕🎉🎉🎉
- ^ "babygirlbysfm". babygirlbysfm. Retrieved February 23, 2023.
- ^ a b Serna, Joseph (August 11, 2016). "'Criminal Minds' guest actor stole $60,000 from show's former star Shemar Moore". Los Angeles Times.
- The New York Daily News.