Derek Luke
- Biography
- Derek Luke was an all-but-unknown actor who was still working a day job when Denzel Washington plucked him from obscurity in 2002 for the leading role in his first directorial effort, Antwone Fisher.
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- Born
- April 24, 1974
Awards
Black Reel Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Nominated | Black Reel Awards |
Best Actor Catch a Fire (2006) |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Actor Antwone Fisher |
National Board of Review
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Won | National Board of Review |
Breakthrough Performance - Male Antwone Fisher |
Satellite Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Nominated | Satellite Awards |
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama Catch a Fire (2006) |
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Derek Luke joins TV rotation in NBC's 'Trauma'
02/25/09 Film actor Derek Luke is making his foray into television with a starring role on NBC's drama pilot "Trauma." | The Hollywood Reporter -
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11/13/08 A lot of Daily News readers aren't sure they agree with Daniel Craig that the next James Bond could or should be black. | New York Daily News - New York NY