Robert Forte Shannon III, also professionally known by his stage name 7, is a remarkably talented individual whose multifaceted personality is deeply rooted in a profound enthusiasm for a wide range of creative pursuits, including the realms of acting, music, and television production.
As a talented musician, the fortunate individual has had the privilege of performing on stage in some of the most challenging and skilled urban centers, with Detroit, Michigan standing out as a significant milestone on their remarkable career trajectory.
Throughout the expanse of his remarkable career, he has had the extraordinary privilege of sharing the stage with a plethora of renowned and esteemed acts, including the iconic and legendary Parliament Funkadelic, as well as the illustrious and respected The Winans, thereby providing him with a unique opportunity to showcase his boundless creativity and artistic expression through his own band, UnitedSouls.
Prior to embarking on a professional journey in the realm of music, the individual in question first ventured into the world of theatre, where they had the privilege of being mentored by the illustrious Marilyn McCormick, a renowned and highly acclaimed educator in the field of theatre, who had the distinction of receiving the prestigious 2016 Tony Award for Excellence in Theatre Education, a testament to her unwavering dedication and commitment to the art form.
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**Next Person Biography**
Robert's illustrious acting career has been characterized by a remarkable diversity of feature film and television productions, effectively demonstrating his impressive range and versatility as a performer. His impressive résumé, replete with a plethora of credits, boasts notable appearances in titles such as Sarkle, Low Winter Sun, Chicago PD, Detroiters, and I Am Wrath, among many, many others.
Over the course of the most recent years, Robert has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his artistic endeavors, with an impressive total of four feature films making their debut on the big screen within a remarkably short span of just one year. This remarkable feat is a shining testament to his unrelenting passion for his craft, as well as his extraordinary versatility and capacity to effortlessly shift between diverse roles and genres with ease.
Robert's impressive repertoire of recent work is marked by a standout performance as Dangerfield Newby in the film Emperor, a portrayal that exemplifies his remarkable range and subtlety as a thespian.
Furthermore, he had the extraordinary opportunity to share the screen with the highly acclaimed Daniel Kaluuya in Judas & The Black Messiah, a film that garnered widespread critical acclaim and recognition for Robert's exceptional performance, solidifying his position as a talented and accomplished actor.
Not only has 7 demonstrated a remarkable aptitude for traversing the multifaceted landscapes of both acting and music, but he is now boldly pushing the boundaries of his creative potential by venturing into the uncharted territories of television production, assuming the dual mantle of creator and principal cast member in the groundbreaking and innovative project known as Ice in Raphead Response, a testament to his unwavering dedication to artistic expression and his unrelenting pursuit of innovative storytelling.
