Cuba Gooding Jr. is a celebrated American actor known for his dynamic performances across various genres. His career took off with his role as Tre Styles in "Boyz n the Hood" (1991). He achieved widespread recognition and an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Rod Tidwell in "Jerry Maguire" (1996). He has appeared in several critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, including "A Few Good Men," "Pearl Harbor," "As Good as It Gets," and "Men of Honor". Gooding Jr. has also ventured into television, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
On January 2, 1968, Cuba Mark Gooding Jr. was born. He is an American actor.
In 1972, Cuba Gooding Jr.'s family moved from New York to Los Angeles.
In 1984, Cuba Gooding Jr.'s first job as an entertainer was as a breakdancer, performing with Lionel Richie at the Summer Olympics closing ceremonies in Los Angeles.
In 1987, Cuba Gooding Jr. landed a guest starring role on Hill Street Blues.
In 1988, Cuba Gooding Jr. landed guest starring roles on Amen and MacGyver, and had a small role in Coming to America.
In 1991, Cuba Gooding Jr. had his breakthrough role as Tre Styles in Boyz n the Hood.
In 1992, Cuba Gooding Jr. had supporting roles in A Few Good Men and Gladiator.
In 1994, Cuba Gooding Jr. married his high school sweetheart, Sara Kapfer.
In 1995, Cuba Gooding Jr. had supporting roles in Outbreak and The Tuskegee Airmen.
In 1996, Cuba Gooding Jr. starred in Jerry Maguire, winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. His "Show me the money!" line became a catchphrase.
In 1996, Cuba Gooding Jr. won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Jerry Maguire.
In 1999, Cuba Gooding Jr. played Theo Caulder in the psychological thriller Instinct.
In 2001, Cuba Gooding Jr. had roles in Pearl Harbor and Rat Race.
In 2002, Cuba Gooding Jr. appeared in Snow Dogs and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
In 2003, Cuba Gooding Jr. had roles in The Fighting Temptations and Radio.
In 2004, Cuba Gooding Jr. did voice acting in Home on the Range.
In 2006, Cuba Gooding Jr. earned the Public Leadership in Neurology Award for raising awareness about Multiple Sclerosis.
In 2007, Cuba Gooding Jr. appeared in Norbit and Daddy Day Camp.
In 2007, Cuba Gooding Jr. appeared in Norbit and did voice acting in The Land Before Time XIII: The Wisdom of Friends.
In 2007, Cuba Gooding Jr. had a small supporting role in Ridley Scott's American Gangster.
In 2009, Cuba Gooding Jr. delivered a well-received performance as Ben Carson in the TNT film Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story.
On August 5, 2011, Cuba Gooding Jr. appeared on Channel 4's Chris Moyles' Quiz Night and closed the show in a duet.
In 2012, Cuba Gooding Jr. starred in the film Red Tails and a TV pilot called Guilty.
In 2013, Cuba Gooding Jr. allegedly raped a woman in New York City, which led to a lawsuit filed in 2020.
In 2013, Cuba Gooding Jr. had roles in The Butler, Don Jon, and Machete Kills.
In 2014, Sara Kapfer filed for legal separation from Cuba Gooding Jr.
In 2016, Cuba Gooding Jr. portrayed O. J. Simpson in The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story, earning an Emmy nomination. He also co-starred in American Horror Story: Roanoke.
In January 2017, Cuba Gooding Jr. filed for divorce from Sara Kapfer.
On March 3, 2018, Cuba Gooding Jr. appeared as a guest announcer on ITV's Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway.
On October 5, 2018, Cuba Gooding Jr.'s directorial debut, Bayou Caviar, was released.
In October 2018, Cuba Gooding Jr. admitted to one of the alleged incidents of non-consensual contact.
On June 13, 2019, Cuba Gooding Jr. was booked on charges of misdemeanor forcible touching and sexual abuse in New York City.
In June 2019, Cuba Gooding Jr. admitted to one of the alleged incidents of non-consensual contact.
As of August 2020, 30 women have accused Cuba Gooding Jr. of unwanted sexual touching.
On August 19, 2020, a woman filed a lawsuit against Cuba Gooding Jr., accusing him of raping her in 2013.
On April 12, 2022, Cuba Gooding Jr. pleaded guilty to forcibly touching a woman at a New York nightclub in 2018.
On June 6, 2023, Cuba Gooding Jr. reached a settlement agreement regarding the rape lawsuit filed against him. As a result, he will not face trial.
On February 26, 2024, Cuba Gooding Jr. was mentioned in a sexual assault lawsuit brought against Sean Combs, alleging that he groped and fondled Rodney Jones non-consensually.
On March 26, 2024, Cuba Gooding Jr. was included as a co-defendant in the amended sexual assault lawsuit against Sean Combs.
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