Harold Perrineau Bio | Wiki
Harold Perrineau is a preeminent American actor. He is best known for his roles as Mercutio in Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet (1996), Link in The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions (both 2003), Sheriff Boyd Stevens in the Epix television From (since 2022), Augustus Hill in the HBO television series Oz (1997–2003), and Michael Dawson in the ABC television series Lost (2004–2010).
Furthermore, Harold has also starred in the films 28 Weeks Later (2007), Woman on Top (2000), The Best Man (1999), The Edge (1997), and Smoke (1995). Additionally, his other television credits include The Rookie (2019–2021), Claws (2017–2022), Constantine (2014–2015), and Sons of Anarchy (2012).
Harold Perrineau Age
He was born on August 7, 1963, in New York City, United States. Harold is 59 years old.
Harold Perrineau Height
He is a man of average stature. Harold stands at a height of 5 ft 10½ in (Approx 1.79m).
Harold Perrineau Family
He was born to Harold Williams and Sylvia Perrineau in Brooklyn, New York City, United States. When he was a child, his father and mother changed his name to Williams. However, after discovering there was already a Harold Williams in the Screen Actors Guild, he changed it back. Besides, Harold has four brothers named Malik, Lance, Bryan, and Anthony.
Harold Perrineau Wife
He is a married man. Harold is blissfully hitched to his loving and caring wife named Brittany Perrineau (née Robinson). She is a former actress and model. As a couple, they exchanged their wedding vows on August 27, 2002. Together, they commemorate 20 years’ anniversary. Furthermore, they are blessed with three children named Wynter Aria, Holiday Grace, and Aurora Perrineau who is an actress.
Harold Perrineau Education
He was schooled at Shenandoah University and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Harold Perrineau Movies
In the world premiere of the stage adaptation of the 1980 hit movie Fame (now known as Fame: The Musical), he was cast as the original Tyrone Jackson in 1989 at the Walnut Street Theatre, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Harold starred in 30 Days of Night: Dark Days with Monique Ganderton, Diora Baird, Kiele Sanchez, Mia Kirshner, and Rhys Coiro. He also appeared in the 2008 music video “Yes We Can”. Furthermore, Harold was cast to play the character of the main antagonist of season 5 of the hit show Sons of Anarchy. He portrayed Damon Pope and starred as the bass player, Stevie, in the TBS comedy Wedding Band.
In the short-lived 2015 television series, Constantine, based on the DC Comics/Vertigo character John Constantine, Harold starred as Manny, an angelic messenger. In TNT’s Claws, he played Dean, a man on the autism spectrum and the brother of Desna from 2017 to 2022. Harold made his Broadway debut in the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Anton Chekov’s The Cherry Orchard, which ran from September 2016 to December 4, 2016. He has appeared in J. Cole’s “She Knows” music video and MKTO’s “Thank You” music video.
Romeo And Juliet Harold Perrineau
He plays Romeo’s best friend, Mercutio, in the 1996 romantic crime film, Romeo + Juliet. On November 1, 1996, the film was released by 20th Century Fox. Furthermore, Romeo + Juliet star Claire Danes and Leonardo DiCaprio, in the title roles of two teenagers who fall in love. Supporting roles in the film apart from Harold include Diane Venora, Paul Sorvino, Pete Postlethwaite, John Leguizamo, and Brian Dennehy.
Harold Perrineau Lost | In Lost
On ABC’s hit show Lost, he played the main role of Michael Dawson. However, Harold was temporarily written off when his character left the island with his son at the end of season two and did not appear in season three. It was announced in July 2007 that Harold would return to the main cast for the show’s fourth season. The return, however, was short-lived, as the fourth season was Harold’s final as a regular cast member. In the sixth and final season, he made one guest appearance.
Harold Perrineau Matrix
In The Matrix series, he took the role of Link after the original operator Tank was written out of the script when Marcus Chong was fired over monetary disputes. His role as Link is in The Matrix series, The Matrix Revolutions (2003), and The Matrix Reloaded (also 2003).
Harold Perrineau Movies And TV Shows
Filmography
Film
- Shakedown (1998) as Tommie
- King of New York (1990) as Thug Leader
- Smoke (1995) as Thomas “Rashid” Cole
- Flirt (1995) as Men’s Room Man 1#
- Blood and Wine (1996) as Henry
- Romeo + Juliet (1996) as Mercutio
- The Edge (1997) as Steve
- Without Ward (2022) as Lord Voraz Esquire
- Dumplin’ (2018) as Lee Wayne / Rhea Ranged
- Cold Brook (2018) as Gil Le Deux
- Virginia Minnesota (2018) as the voice of Mister
- I’m Not Here (2017) as Santana
Television
- Fame (1986-1987) as Fame Dancer
- The Cosby Show (1989) as Curtis
- Law & Order (1990) as Jordan Hill
- The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd (1991) as Singer
- The Best Man: The Final Chapters (2022) as Julian “Murch” Murchison
- From (2022) as Boyd Stevens
- The Good Doctor (2020) as Wes Keeler
- The Rookie (2019-2021) as Nick Armstrong
- Star (2018-2019) as Bobby Brooks
- Claws (2017-2022) as Dean Simms
- Criminal Minds (2017) as Calvin Shaw
- Poor Richard’s Almanack (2016) as Matt
Harold Perrineau Net Worth
Having been working in the acting field with experience exceeding more than three decades now, he has managed to garner good affluence in his career thus far. Online resources estimate Harold’s net worth to be $31,113,113.
Who Is Harold Perrineau
Harold Perrineau is a preeminent American actor. He is best known for his roles as Mercutio in Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet (1996), Link in The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions (both 2003), Sheriff Boyd Stevens in the Epix television From (since 2022), Augustus Hill in the HBO television series Oz (1997–2003), and Michael Dawson in the ABC television series Lost (2004–2010).
How Old Is Harold Perrineau
He is 59 years old. Harold was born on August 7, 1963, in New York City, United States. Thus, he relishes and commemorates his birthday on August 7 each and every year.