Alfonso, the esteemed individual, entered the world on September 13, 1959, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, with his mother, Loletha Adkins (now Polk),and his father, the renowned actor Morgan Freeman. Growing up in the eclectic neighborhood of Compton, California, Alfonso was surrounded by the city's diverse cultural landscape.
As a young man, Alfonso pursued his passion for the arts, enrolling at Cal State University, Long Beach as an Art Major. However, his academic journey took an unexpected turn when he transferred to El Camino College, where he earned a degree in Psychology.
Alfonso's journey into the entertainment industry was marked by serendipity. In 1979, while working as a telemarketer, he finally had the opportunity to meet his famous father, Morgan Freeman, over the phone. The two eventually met in person in 1984, when Morgan Freeman was in Los Angeles to film the mini-series, The Atlanta Child Murders.
Years later, in 1993, Alfonso made his acting debut in the critically acclaimed film, The Shawshank Redemption, playing the role of the Fresh Fish Con. Since then, he has amassed an impressive list of credits in film, television, stage, commercials, and voiceover, solidifying his position as a talented and versatile performer.
Person Biography:
Alfonso Freeman
Born: September 13, 1959, Los Angeles, California
Parents: Loletha Adkins (now Polk) and Morgan Freeman
Education:
* Cal State University, Long Beach (Art Major)
* El Camino College (Psychology degree)
Career:
* Telemarketer (1979)
* Actor, starting with The Shawshank Redemption (1993)
* Multiple credits in film, television, stage, commercials, and voiceover
