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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 is a versatile and influential filmmaker who has written, directed, produced and starred in his own films, such as Hollywood Shuffle, The Five Heartbeats and The Meteor Man. He has also worked with many Hollywood stars and created popular TV shows and specials.
- Director, Actor, Producer
- February 6, 1957
- 9 min
Learn about Robert Townsend's career as a stand-up comedian, actor, writer, director, producer and network creator. He is known for his independent films such as Hollywood Shuffle, The Five Heartbeats and The Meteor Man, and his TV shows Partners in Crime and The Parent 'Hood.
- February 6, 1957
Mar 3, 2023 · Robert Townsend, the director and star of the 1987 comedy film Hollywood Shuffle, talks about his personal and professional struggles in the film industry. He discusses his friendship with Keenen Ivory Wayans, his casting in A Soldier's Story, and his vision for Black representation on screen.
Jan 28, 2023 · Robert Townsend in Los Angeles on Jan. 23, 2023. (G L Askew II/For The Washington Post) 10 min. Robert Townsend needed no introduction, at least not for Eric Garcia. The “Kaleidoscope”...
Feb 27, 2019 · Robert Townsend is a pioneer 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 world.Want...
Robert Townsend is an American actor, director, comedian, and writer. He is known for his films Hollywood Shuffle, The Meteor Man, The Five Heartbeats, and the sitcom The Parent 'Hood.
