Glynn Turman

Glynn Russell Turman, born on January 31, 1947, in New York City, is a revered American stage, television, and film actor as well as a writer, whose career spans decades. He gained early recognition for his role as Leroy "Preach" Jackson in the 1975 film "Cooley High." Turman's talent shone on Broadway, earning a Tony Award for "The Great White Hope." He's renowned for TV work in "The Wire," math professor and retired Army colonel Bradford Taylor on the NBC sitcom "A Different World," fictional Baltimore mayor Clarence Royce on the HBO drama series "The Wire" and "House of Lies." His filmography includes impactful roles in "Gremlins" and "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom." With a captivating presence, Turman continues to enthrall audiences, showcasing remarkable versatility and depth in his performances.

Glynn Turman is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 21 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes STRAW (2025), A Hero's Journey: The Making of Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2024), Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2023), Rustin (2023), 80 for Brady (2023), Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities (2022), Is That Black Enough for You?!? (2022), Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020). The recorded credits span 1985 to 2025, including 16 movies and 5 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.