Laurence Fishburne | First TV Show: One Life to Live

You may have seen Laurence Fishburne in a good number of blockbuster Hollywood flicks over the past couple of decades. He’s an actor known for his acting credits in iconic films like The Matrix, Boyz n the Hood, and Apocalypse Now. Fishburne has been hailed for his iconic forceful, authoritative, and militant characters in his films. Besides acting, he’s also a talented playwright, screenwriter, director, and producer. Fishburne is undoubtedly a gifted man with many endeavors.

Before appearing in films like The Matrix and Boyz n the Hood, Laurence Fishburne appeared on the set of One Life to Live from 1973 until 1976. He played the role of “Josh Hall” on the hit 70s drama, where he gained enough attention to kickstart his career. Although it was a small role, it paid off for Fishburne as he could move on into appearing in several films after.