Jensen Atwood

Jensen Atwood
Jensen Atwood, July 2007.
Born Jensen Atwood
(1976-08-25) August 25, 1976
Los Angeles, California, United States
Occupation Actor, Producer
Years active 1999–present

Jensen Atwood (born August 25, 1976) is an American actor from South Central, Los Angeles. Atwood is known for portraying Johnny Taylor, the love interest to Halle Berry in "Oprah Winfrey Presents: Their Eyes Were Watching God", while working alongside Ruby Dee. He is most known for his role in Noah's Arc as Wade Robinson.[1] Noah's Arc is the first TV series featuring black gay men as main characters. In interviews, Atwood says that playing Wade was his most challenging role.

Early life

Atwood was born and raised in South Central, Los Angeles where he currently resides. He has two younger sisters Monica Jones and Ashley Atwood and two older brothers Gilbert(Andy)Atwood and Jason(String)Atwood. Raised by his mother with older brother Jason "String" Atwood. He studied acting at California State University, Long Beach, Playhouse West in Los Angeles,[1] and currently studies with Eric Morris.

Career

Atwood appeared in many music videos and stage productions. He also sang backup for Tyrese. As a model, Atwood was featured on the cover of Krave Magazine, Bleu Magazine, and Ballroom Rockstar Magazine. Added to his credits is a layout in Flaunt Magazine. He has also modeled for national brands, including Coors Light, KFC, K-Swiss, and AT&T.

Jensen Atwood has spoken out against homophobia within the African-American community, explaining the importance of versatility as well as equality.

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
2003Malibu's Most WantedExtra
2005Their Eyes Were Watching GodJohnny TaylorMovie
2005–2006Noah's ArcWade RobinsonTV series
2007Dante's CoveGriffenTV series
2008Noah's Arc: Jumping the BroomWade RobinsonMovie
2011The TruthCarter
2015Before 'I Do'Caleb AbramsMovie
TBAQuiet As KeptCharlesMovie

Music videos

Year Music video Role
2001 "Superwoman Pt. II" Love interest of Lil' Mo
2003 "I Wish I Wasn't" Extra
2004 "Soldier" Extra
2010 "Hands Tied" Extra

References

  1. 1 2 Jawn Murray (2006-08-14). "Inside the Buzz". BlackVoices.com. Retrieved 2010-10-31.


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