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In the 1998 miniseries, The Temptations, he played Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records. Babatundé appeared as Daniel Harrelson Sr., the father of Shemar Moore 's character in the 2017 series S.W.A.T. .
- Donald Cohen, December 1, 1951 (age 71), New York City, U.S.
- 1969–present
- Actor
Obba Babatundé is an actor, singer, dancer, director, writer and producer. Obba's breadth of work is known worldwide by audiences of all ages, and his face is one of the most recognizable in the entertainment industry.
- January 1, 1
- 1.74 m
- Jamaica, Queens, New York City, New York, USA
Oct 31, 1998 · In 1965, the No. 1 pop record in the United States was ''My Girl,'' a sugary ballad sung by five young men from Detroit who called themselves the Temptations.
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The Temptations - Full Cast & Crew. This biopic spans the years 1958-67, during which Detroit teen Otis Williams (Charles Malik Whitfield) founds the group and they have their first hits. Melvin...
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Oct 30, 1998 · Gordy (Obba Babatunde, in an underutilized role), who manages the Primes and shows an interest in the Distants, is left with no acts when both disband; Williams, Williams, Bryant, Franklin and...
He played a famous producer known as Gordy Berry on two episodes of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. In the 1998 miniseries, The Temptations, he played the founder of Motown Records Berry Gordy. Babatundé is adept at American sign language and had used this talent in many roles including on one NYPD Blue.
Nov 1, 1998 · Overview. The true story of The Temptations, the Soul vocal group of the 1960s, as seen from the viewpoint of the last surviving member, Otis Williams. Beginning from their humble origins in the late 50s and continuing through the 90s and the deaths of the other 4 members.
