Richard Roundtree
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Birth Name: Richard Arnold Roundtree
Born: 9 July 1942 Died: 24 October 2023
Country of origin: United States
Height: 6' 3"
Relationship Status: Married
Partner: Karen M. Ciernia
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Richard Roundtree was an American actor, noted as being "the first black action hero" for his portrayal of private detective John Shaft in the 1971 film Shaft, and its four sequels, released between 1972 and 2019. For his performance in the original film, Roundtree was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year โ Actor in 1972.
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1. Heroes (2006)
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2. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990)
Rating: | 2857 Watched |

3. Grey's Anatomy (2005)
Rating: | 2488 Watched |

4. Desperate Housewives (2004)
Rating: | 2296 Watched |

5. Alias (2001)
Rating: | 1192 Watched |
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1. Seven (1995)
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2. George of the Jungle (1997)
Rating: | 1914 Watched |

3. Brick (2005)
Rating: | 839 Watched |

4. Speed Racer (2008)
Rating: | 768 Watched |

5. Shaft (2000)
Rating: | 730 Watched |
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"Lifetime Achievement! Winner: Richard Roundtree, Shaft!"