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Brian Tyree Henry (born March 31, 1982) is an American actor. He rose to prominence for his role as rapper Alfred "Paper Boi" Miles in the FX comedy-drama series Atlanta (2016–2022), for which he received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series .
IMDb profile of Brian Tyree Henry, a versatile actor who starred in "Atlanta," "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" and "Causeway." See his biography, filmography, awards, photos and videos.
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- Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA
Learn about the life and career of Brian Tyree Henry, a versatile actor who starred in "Atlanta," "Causeway," "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" and more. Find out his awards, trivia, family and quotes on IMDb.
- March 31, 1982
Oct 26, 2021 · The actor portrays Phastos, an alien inventor who has a husband and a son in the MCU film. Director Chloé Zhao and co-star Haaz Sleiman praise Henry's authenticity and bravery in the role.
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- Adam B. Vary
Nov 8, 2022 · Brian Tyree Henry "dramatically impressed" Donald Glover from the start, the "Atlanta" creator says. Adds "Causeway" director Lila Neugebauer, "I think he can do anything."
Dec 10, 2022 · The Atlanta star talks about his new film Causeway, his personal struggles and his journey from silence to self-love. He reveals how he found belonging and connection in his craft and his community.
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Jan 9, 2023 · The actor talks about his performance in the Apple TV+ film, where he plays an amputee who bonds with a soldier, and how it helped him lower his defenses. He also reflects on his career, his connection with audiences and his admiration for Angela Bassett.