Forest Whitaker is an award-winning American actor and filmmaker who made his debut with the 1982 comedy Fast Times at Ridgemont High. His portrayal of “gentle giant” characters has earned him worldwide popularity and awards like the BAFTA, the Golden Globe and the Oscar. He is a graduate of the University of Southern California, holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting. Some of his most well known movies include The Last King of Scotland, Bird, The Crying Game,The Butler and The Black Panther. He has also appeared on several television shows such as Hill Street Blues and The Fall Guy.Read more