Creed to Sinners: Michael B Jordan's road to Oscars recognition
The 39-year-old has spent more than two decades acting and picked up the award for best actor at the Oscars.
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"I stand here because of the people who came before me."
— Michael B Jordan , Celebrity
Key People
Delroy Lindo is a notable British-American actor.
Denzel Washington is an American actor and filmmaker known for his powerful performances in film and theater.
Halle Berry is an American actress who won an Academy Award for her role in Monster's Ball.
An award-winning American actor and environmental activist.
Michael B Jordan is a prominent American actor known for his roles in film and television.
Ryan Coogler is an American film director and screenwriter.
Sidney Poitier was a Bahamian-American actor, film director, and author who became a prominent figure in cinema.
Timothée Chalamet is an acclaimed American actor.
Wunmi Mosaku is a British-Nigerian actress known for her performances in television and film.
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The 39-year-old has spent more than two decades acting and picked up the award for best actor at the Oscars.
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