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Robert Townsend (born February 6, 1957) is an American actor, director, comedian, and writer. Townsend is best known for directing the films Hollywood Shuffle (1987), Eddie Murphy Raw (1987), The Meteor Man (1993), The Five Heartbeats (1991) and various other films and stand-up specials.
Robert Townsend. Director: Hollywood Shuffle. Robert Townsend transcends any medium he touches whether he's performing stand up, acting, writing, directing, producing, or running a television network.
Robert Townsend. Director: Hollywood Shuffle. Robert Townsend transcends any medium he touches whether he's performing stand up, acting, writing, directing, producing, or running a television network.
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – the Motown classic is the perfect song to describe Hollywood icon Robert Townsend. Townsend started out as an extra in movies and has since become a heralded actor, comedian, writer, director, producer, and cable network programming CEO.
Feb 27, 2019 · Townsend is a pioneer for many artists in Hollywood. As a writer, director and actor, he's built an extensive resume of television and film work, bringing black stories to audiences around the...
A Hollywood pioneer well ahead of his time, Townsend, is often referred to as one of the “Godfathers of the Independent Film World.” With more than 30 years in the entertainment business, he has made an indelible mark in Hollywood with an extensive list of credits.
Feb 27, 2023 · Townsend plays aspiring actor Bobby Taylor, auditioning to be the hero of a trashy “ghetto” drama called Jivetime Jimmy’s Revenge.
Jan 28, 2023 · “Hollywood Shuffle” is his most defining project, the one that transformed Robert Townsend — an actor with roots in theater, stand-up and improvisational comedy — into Robert Townsend, a ...
How would one describe Robert Townsend? A talented actor, Hollywood trailblazer, passionate visionary, or just a . regular guy seeking to make a difference; these are all . phrases that apply to the multitalented entertainer. Townsend is the last of a rare breed of artists that . scrutinizes every word and syllable that is expressed in . his work.
Mar 1, 2023 · “Hollywood Shuffle,” Townsend’s 1987 debut feature film as director, producer, co-writer and star, has just been released on disc by the Criterion Collection, in a newly restored 4K transfer...
