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Tony nomination for playing Jackie Robinson in "The First". [1981]

He got off to a very fast start in show biz, moving from Yale Drama School right to a lead role in a Broadway musical "The First". A surprising beginning in a serious, though musical role, considering his impressive comedic talent. Co-starred with Lonette McKee.

MFA - Yale University, School of Drama (1981)

Nominated for Broadway's 1982 Tony Award as Best Actor (Featured Role - Musical) for playing Jackie Robinson in "The First."

He got off to a very fast start in show biz, moving from Yale Drama School right to a lead role in a Broadway musical "The First." A surprising begining in a serious, though musical role, considering his impressive comedic talent. Co-starred with Lonette McKee.

Most frequent guest - often called the "third host" - on Loveline, the humorous syndicated radio call-in show hosted nightly by Drew Pinsky ("Dr. Drew") and Adam Carolla.

Is the oldest host of "Premium Blend" (1997).

Was considered for the role of "George Costanza" on "Seinfeld" (1990).

A graduate of the University of Michigan.

Was a voice actor for National Public Radio's adaptation of Star Wars (1977) in 1980.

His wife, Christine, gave birth to a girl, named Luisa Danbi Grier-Kim, on January 11, 2008 at Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. His wife is the Associate Curator of the Studio Museum in Harlem.

Where Are They Now

(September 2006) Starring in "The Wiz" at La Jolla Playhouse

(October 2009) Release of his book, "Barack Like Me: The Chocolate-Covered Truth" by David with Alan Eisenstock.

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