Sean Ringgold was born on November 3, 1977, in Rockaway Beach, Queens, New York, where he spent his formative years. Prior to embarking on an acting career, he invested many years honing his skills as a Body Guard for BET's 106 and Park.
This multifaceted individual is most notably recognized for his captivating portrayal of Shaun Evans on the esteemed ABC Soap Opera, One Life to Live. Currently, he is involved in a multitude of projects, including Orange Is The New Black, Billions, Shades of Blue, The Breaks, and Marvel's Luke Cage.
In 2009, Sean made his big-screen debut, assuming the role of Marion "Suge" Knight in the Notorious B.I.G. Biopic, Notorious. His extensive filmography also includes appearances in American Gangster, The Smurfs, and Before I Disappear. Moreover, he can be seen in several upcoming projects, including No More Mr. Nice Guy, Wetlands, and Roxanne Roxanne.
Throughout his illustrious career, Sean has made significant contributions to the world of television, with notable roles in Damages, Gotham, Gossip Girl, and Ugly Betty. He has also had the privilege of being featured in episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and Criminal Intent. Furthermore, he has appeared in popular shows such as 30 Rock, Are We There Yet?, Taxi Brooklyn, The Carrie Diaries, NYC 22, Blue Bloods, and 106 & Park.
In addition to his work in television and film, Sean has also had the opportunity to showcase his talents in numerous national advertising campaigns and commercials for esteemed brands including Budweiser, Burger King, Dr. Scholl's, Dunkin Donuts, Delta Airlines, Kia, Fiat 500 by Gucci, Nexium, Nike, Tampax, Time Warner Cable, and Spike TV.
