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Mahershala Ali

Full / Real Name: Mahershalalhashbaz Gilmore
Born: 16 February 1974 (51 years old)
Gender: Male

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Mahershala Ali is an American actor best known for his role as Richard Tyler in the sci-fi television series The 4400, appearing in 30 episodes from 2004-2006.

Ali was also a leading cast member on the first season of Crossing Jordan, as well as on Threat Matrix from 2003-2004.

He has made guest appearances on Haunted, NYPD Blue, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Handler and House of Cards.

He also appeared in the film Making Revolution, in 2003.

Ali's unusual name is derived from the Biblical book of Isaiah 8:1-3, where the name is usually given as "Maher-shalal-hash-baz." It is Hebrew for "To speed to the spoil, he hasteneth the prey" and is thought to be the longest name in the Bible.


Television Roles

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Character

Clarence Montgomery

Nathan Clay

Nathan Clay

Dr Trey Saunders

Tombs' Security Guard

Remy Danton

Remy Danton

Remy Danton

Remy Danton

Mark Foster

Detective Hughs

Rashard Coleman

Richard Tyler

Richard Tyler

Richard Tyler

Richard Tyler

Anthony King

Wayne Hays


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