Derek Luke Biography
Derek Luke is an American actor best known for his role as Antwone “Fish” Fisher in his feature film debut, “Antwone Fisher.” He began his acting career by appearing in television shows such as ‘The King of Queens’ (1999 and 2000) and ‘Moesha’ (2001).
Derek Luke Age
Luke was born Derek Nathanial Luke on 24 April 1974 in Jersey City New Jersey, United. He is 49 years old as of April 2023.
Derek Luke Education
He attended six different schools before enrolling at Linden High School his freshman year. He later graduated from Jersey City’s performing arts high school, Henry Snyder High School. He attended Jersey State College to study acting after graduating from high school in 1992.
Derek Luke Height
Derek stands at a height of 5’10” (178 cm) tall.
Derek Luke Family
Luke was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He was born in Guyana to former actor Maurice Luke and pianist Marjorie Dixon. He was in third grade when his parents divorced, and he has since grown up with his two brothers, Maurice Luke and Daniel Luke, as well as his mother.
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Derek Luke Career
Luke moved to Hollywood in 1995 with the goal of becoming an actor. He started out in Hollywood doing odd jobs to make ends meet. He used to go to auditions during the day and acting classes at night. He began his acting career by appearing in television shows such as ‘The King of Queens’ (1999 and 2000) and ‘Moesha’ (2001). Denzel Washington, an American actor, producer, and director, cast him as the title character of the feature film ‘Antwone Fisher’ in 2002. On-screen, he was noted for playing a variety of characters. He played high school football player James Earl “Boobie” Miles, Jr. in ‘Friday Night Lights’ in 2004.
He starred as basketball player Tyrone Bobby Joe Hill in the critically acclaimed feature film ‘Glory Road’ in 2006.
Derek Luke appeared in various music videos, including American R&B recording artist Monica’s song ‘So Gone’ in 2003 and soul singer-songwriter Alicia Keys’ song ‘Teenage Love Affair’ in 2006. In the feature film ‘Notorious’ (2009), he plays American rapper, musician, and songwriter Sean John Combs. He appeared in the American comedic drama film ‘Madea Goes to Jail’ the same year. In the 2011 American superhero film ‘Captain America: The First Avenger,’ he portrayed Gabe Jones. ‘Sparkle’ (2012), ‘Baggage Claim’ (2013), and ‘Self/less’ (2015) are among his other famous short flicks.
Derek has also appeared in various television shows. Cameron Boone in ‘Trauma’ (2009-2010), Dr. Miles Bourdet in ‘Hawthorne’ (2011), and Gregory Thomas in ‘The Americans’ (2013) are a few examples. His performances in the television shows ‘Empire’ (2015) and ‘Rogue’ (2015 – present) have received widespread praise.
He will appear in the upcoming American television series ’13 Reasons Why,’ which is based on Jay Asher’s 2007 novel of the same name. The television series is set to premiere in 2017.
Derek Luke’s Net Worth
Luke has an estimated net worth of 5 million dollars.
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