Coleman Domingo (born 1959)

Fearlessly representing the LGBTQIA+ community, actor, playwright, director and producer Coleman Domingo champions visibility both on and off the stage and screen. With two consecutive Academy award nominations to his credit for his compelling portrayal as civil rights activist Bayard Rustin in Rustin (2024) and as a prison inmate in Sing Sing (2025), Domingo has also forged an impressive resume including the Hollywood films, Lincoln, The Butler, Selma and The Color Purple and tv series, including Fear the Walking Dead and Euphoria.  His playwriting has been applauded on regional stages and Broadway.  Born in Philadelphia and married to writer/producer/painter Raul Domingo, Domingo has been recognized for his activism, including a 2025 Native Son award for his advocacy for Black gay men in the entertainment industry.