Show Synopsis
A critically acclaimed hit family comedy, takes a fun yet bold look at one man’s determination to establish a sense of cultural identity for his family. The series stars Anthony Anderson as Andre “Dre” Johnson, Tracee Ellis Ross as Rainbow Johnson, Yara Shahidi as Zoey Johnson, Marcus Scribner as Andre Johnson, Jr., Miles Brown as Jack Johnson, Marsai Martin as Diane Johnson, Laurence Fishburne as Pops, Jenifer Lewis as Ruby and Peter Mackenzie as Mr. Stevens.
The show received three Emmy nominations in 2016: Outstanding Comedy; Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy (Anthony Anderson for the second year in a row) and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy (Tracee Ellis Ross). “black-ish” received a prestigious Peabody Award in 2016 and the American Film Institute selected the show as one of their Television Honorees for 2015. The show swept the 2016 NAACP Image Awards’ television comedy categories and won Outstanding Comedy Series for the second year in a row, Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series for Anthony Anderson, Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series for Tracee Ellis Ross and Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series for Kenya Barris.
Like any parents, Andre “Dre” (Anthony Anderson) and Rainbow (Tracee Ellis Ross) Johnson want to give their children the best. But their offspring’s childhood is turning out to be much different than theirs. They now realize at least two things: there is a price to pay for giving their children more than what they ever had, and these loving parents are totally unprepared for the fallout.
“black-ish” was created by Kenya Barris and is executive produced by Barris, Jonathan Groff, Anthony Anderson, Laurence Fishburne, Helen Sugland, E. Brian Dobbins and Corey Nickerson. The series is produced by ABC Studios.
Cast
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Anthony Anderson Andre "Dre" JohnsonAnthony Anderson has appeared in over 20 films, and his performance on "Law & Order" earned him his fourth consecutive NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for the 2010 season. Before joining Law & Order, Anderson starred in the New Orleans-based drama "K-Ville." Over the years, he has displayed his bountiful talent in the DreamWorks' blockbuster "Transformers," directed by Michael Bay as well as in Martin Scorsese's Oscar winning feature, "The Departed," alongside a stellar cast including Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon and Jack Nicholson. Anderson is star and executive producer of ABC's sitcom "Black-ish," which will premiere this Fall and co-stars Tracee Ellis Ross and Laurence Fishburne. He plays the main character in the series…
Anthony Anderson
Andre "Dre" Johnson
Anthony Anderson has appeared in over 20 films, and his performance on "Law & Order" earned him his fourth consecutive NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for the 2010 season. Before joining Law & Order, Anderson starred in the New Orleans-based drama "K-Ville." Over the…
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Laurence J. Fishburne III Pops JohnsonLaurence J. Fishburne III stars in "Hannibal" as Jack Crawford, head of the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit. His mission is to apprehend the most vicious serial killers known to man and his most valuable weapon is profiler Will Graham (Hugh Dancy). Fishburne has amassed an impressive body of work not only as an actor but also as a producer and director. In 1992, he won a Tony, a Drama Desk Award, an Outer Critic's Circle Award and a Theater World Award for his portrayal of Sterling Johnson in August Wilson's "Two Trains Running." His appearance in the 1993 premiere episode of "Tribeca" landed him an Emmy Award. And to complete the Triple Crown, he was nominated for an Oscar in…
Laurence J. Fishburne III
Pops Johnson
Laurence J. Fishburne III stars in "Hannibal" as Jack Crawford, head of the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit. His mission is to apprehend the most vicious serial killers known to man and his most valuable weapon is profiler Will Graham (Hugh Dancy). Fishburne has amassed an impressive body of work not…
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Tracee Ellis Ross Rainbow JohnsonTracee Ellis Ross, actress, performance artist and motivational speaker, is the star of the new ABC comedy series "black-ish," which will air Wednesday nights after "Modern Family" in Fall 2014. Ross is best known as the star of the hit sitcom "Girlfriends" that ran for eight seasons on The UPN/CW network. Her role on the series earned her eight NAACP Image Award nominations including two wins, one in 2007 and another in 2009, in the category of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. She also starred in and produced the BET series "Reed Between the Lines," opposite Malcolm-Jamal Warner, which won her a third NAACP Image Award. Ross was also seen in the short film series "FIVE," a collection…
Tracee Ellis Ross
Rainbow Johnson
Tracee Ellis Ross, actress, performance artist and motivational speaker, is the star of the new ABC comedy series "black-ish," which will air Wednesday nights after "Modern Family" in Fall 2014. Ross is best known as the star of the hit sitcom "Girlfriends" that ran for eight seasons on The UPN/CW…
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Marcus Scribner Andre Johnson Jr.A fourth generation Los Angeles native, Marcus Scribner marked his arrival on January 7th, 2000 in Cedars-Sinai, the same hospital his mother was born. Legacy has always run strong in his family. Beginning with his name. His father, Troy, garnered his name through his father's love of Greek and Roman history and mythology. He continued this tradition with his own children, Marcus and his sister Athena. At age 7, when Marcus booked his first big guest star on the television show "Castle," he celebrated by getting his first puppy, a feisty beagle he named Zeus. Marcus' favorite books are on mythology and supernatural beings. He has played on a competitive Lacrosse team for the past 7 years, but also loves…
Marcus Scribner
Andre Johnson Jr.
A fourth generation Los Angeles native, Marcus Scribner marked his arrival on January 7th, 2000 in Cedars-Sinai, the same hospital his mother was born. Legacy has always run strong in his family. Beginning with his name. His father, Troy, garnered his name through his father's love of Greek and Roman…
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Yara Shahidi Zoey JohnsonYara Shahidi, a Minnesota native, is a young actress that can currently be seen alongside Anthony Anderson and Laurence Fishburne in ABC's brand new television series, "black-ish" (Fall 2014). Fans will see Shahidi as 'Zoey Johnson,' whose priorities are like many teenagers: to spend time with friends and submerge herself in technology. Shahidi is a well-rounded, young actress, who loves both comedy and drama. Alongside her career, Shahidi is focused and inspired by her advanced academic studies and her desire to contribute to her community, often volunteering and traveling to be of service. Shahidi began her career, alongside her mother, as a print model and commercial actress. Her first major film came when she was offered the opportunity to audition…
Yara Shahidi
Zoey Johnson
Yara Shahidi, a Minnesota native, is a young actress that can currently be seen alongside Anthony Anderson and Laurence Fishburne in ABC's brand new television series, "black-ish" (Fall 2014). Fans will see Shahidi as 'Zoey Johnson,' whose priorities are like many teenagers: to spend time with friends and submerge herself…
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Miles Brown Jack JohnsonMiles Brown, aka "Baby Boogaloo," is a 9 year old HIPHOP dancer from Oxnard, CA. He loves to pop, BBoy, lock & also rap. Miles started dancing at the age of 3 by watching Michael Jackson, James Brown, Soul Train & The Electric Boogaloos. Miles currently attends 4th grade & is a member of Oxnard's Police Activities League (P.A.L.), where he plays basketball for the program. Since 2009, Miles has also been a member of the dance team Emanon. He has always loved listening & dancing to music. Though Miles has been fortunate to travel the U.S. & overseas to perform for audiences, he has always stayed true to his passion to thank God each Sunday & also inspire other…
Miles Brown
Jack Johnson
Miles Brown, aka "Baby Boogaloo," is a 9 year old HIPHOP dancer from Oxnard, CA. He loves to pop, BBoy, lock & also rap. Miles started dancing at the age of 3 by watching Michael Jackson, James Brown, Soul Train & The Electric Boogaloos. Miles currently attends 4th grade &…
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