Took a DNA test to determine his heritage. The results concluded that his father's side is Angolan and his mother's side is from Sierra Leone.
Was in the Air Force prior to acting. His dream was to be the second "General Washington"
After leaving Howard University (Theater Arts major), he became an original member of the City Kids Repertory, a theater company that performed in schools in effort to bring relevant productions to high-risk kids.
Has two sons Isaiah, Tyme and one daughter, Iman.
Likes and follows the University of Texas Longhorns even though, ironically, he grew up in nearby Houston, but did not attend the University.
At one time in his life he wanted to be a professional football player.
Graduated from Willowridge High School (1981, Houston, Texas)
His mother was the first African American woman to be licensed as a barber in the state of Texas.

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