Career Timeline of Morris Chestnut: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Morris Chestnut made an impact.
Morris Chestnut is an American actor who gained initial recognition for his role as Ricky in the 1991 film *Boyz n the Hood*. He has built a successful career appearing in numerous feature films spanning various genres, including *G.I. Jane*, *The Brothers*, *Like Mike*, *Ladder 49*, *The Game Plan*, *The Call*, and *Kick-Ass 2*. Chestnut is also known for his portrayal of Lance Sullivan in *The Best Man* film series, which includes *The Best Man*, *The Best Man Holiday*, and the series *The Best Man: The Final Chapters*.
February 18, 1990: First Professional Acting Role
On February 18, 1990, Morris Chestnut had his first professional acting role as Jason in Freddy's Nightmares – A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Series, season 2, episode 19 ("A Family Affair").
1991: Breakthrough Role in Boyz n the Hood
In 1991, Morris Chestnut gained prominence for his role as Ricky in the film Boyz n the Hood, marking a significant moment in his early career.
1995: Co-starring role in Under Siege 2: Dark Territory
In 1995, Morris Chestnut co-starred in Under Siege 2: Dark Territory with Steven Seagal and Katherine Heigl.
1998: Regular Cast Member on C-16
From 1997 to 1998, Morris Chestnut was a regular cast member on C-16, in the role of Special Agent Mal Robinson.
1999: Starring in The Best Man
In 1999, Morris Chestnut starred in The Best Man as Lance Sullivan and earned an NAACP Image Award nomination for his performance.
2001: Starring in The Brothers
In 2001, Morris Chestnut starred in The Brothers, a film focusing on themes of fidelity and success. He also portrayed Keith Fenton in Two Can Play That Game.
2002: Appearance in Like Mike
In 2002, Morris Chestnut appeared as basketball player Tracey Reynolds in the film Like Mike.
2004: Role in Ladder 49
In 2004, Morris Chestnut played firefighter Tommy Drake in Ladder 49, opposite John Travolta and Joaquin Phoenix.
2007: Role in Disney's The Game Plan
In 2007, Morris Chestnut played a football player in Disney's The Game Plan, co-starring opposite Dwayne Johnson.
2008: Role in Prince of Pistols
In 2008, Morris Chestnut played the lead male villain in Prince of Pistols, marking his third collaboration with Steven Seagal.
2009: Starring in the ABC series V
From 2009, Morris Chestnut starred in the ABC science fiction drama V until 2011.
2011: Recurring role in American Horror Story
In 2011, Morris Chestnut had a recurring role as Luke in the first season of American Horror Story.
2013: Multiple Film Appearances
In 2013, Morris Chestnut appeared in four films: Identity Thief, The Call, Kick-Ass 2, and The Best Man Holiday, reprising his role as Lance Sullivan. He also earned another NAACP Image Award nomination.
2015: Starring in Rosewood
From 2015, Morris Chestnut played the starring role of Dr. Beaumont "Rosie" Rosewood Jr. in the Fox crime procedural Rosewood until 2017, receiving another NAACP Image nomination.
2015: Roles in The Perfect Guy and Heist
In 2015, Morris Chestnut starred in The Perfect Guy and Heist, adding to his list of film appearances.
2016: Starring in When the Bough Breaks
In 2016, Morris Chestnut starred in When the Bough Breaks, further expanding his filmography.
April 18, 2017: Publication of The Cut
On April 18, 2017, Morris Chestnut co-authored the health and fitness book The Cut with Obi Obadike, inspired by his fitness training for The Best Man Holiday.
2017: Ending role in Rosewood
In 2017, Morris Chestnut ended his role as Dr. Beaumont "Rosie" Rosewood Jr. in the Fox crime procedural Rosewood.
2022: The Best Man: The Final Chapters and NAACP Image Award
In 2022, Morris Chestnut played Lance Sullivan again in The Best Man: The Final Chapters, winning his second NAACP Image Award.
2023: Hosting Rebuilding Black Wall Street
As of 2023, Morris Chestnut hosts the OWN docuseries Rebuilding Black Wall Street, produced by Sunwise Media.
December 9, 2024: Announcing Golden Globe Nominations
On December 9, 2024, Morris Chestnut and Mindy Kaling announced the nominations for the 82nd Golden Globe Awards. At the ceremony, Chestnut and Kaley Cuoco presented the Best Screenplay award.
2024: Founding Sable Bourbon
In 2024, Morris Chestnut reunited with Malcolm D. Lee, Harold Perrineau, and Taye Diggs to found Sable Bourbon, a spirits brand.
2025: Starring in Watson
In 2025, Morris Chestnut began starring in the CBS medical-mystery series Watson, playing Dr. Watson.
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