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Jacques Derosena | |
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| Born | |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Producer, Philanthropist |
| Years active | 1999–present |
| Website | http://jacquesderosena.com |
Jacques Derosena (born April 12) is a Haitian-French Actor and Model best known for his role as "Leech" on the HBO television series The Wire. Born in Boston, he moved to Haiti, France and eventually back to the United States at age 13 to pursue an Acting career. His early roles were in television commercials and theatre. Eventually settling in Los Angeles , he had a recurring role as one of "The Gurgles" on Disney television series Good Luck Charlie before breaking into larger roles in American television and film.
Career
[edit]He studied at Stella Adler, the drama school where actors like Marlon Brando and Robert De Niro went, in New York City for a few years. After finishing his studies he went on to do numerous off-broadway plays, and continues to study at "BGB Studios" in Toluca Lake, California and with "Rogue Improv" in Los Angeles. Jacques is also one of the Top Hand Models in the World.
Personal life
[edit]Jacques Derosena is an avid traveler and a regular attendee of Cannes Film festival. He is fluent in five languages: English, French, Spanish, Italian, and Haitian Creole.
Filmography
[edit]| Film | |||
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| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
| 2000 | Out Of Obscurity | Edward Gaddis | |
| 2001 | Lethal Force | Thom | |
| 2005 | One More Chance (2005 film) | Jean-Paul | |
| 2009 | A French Kiss | Joel | |
| 2013 | Murphy (film) | Marcus | |
| 2014 | Murder 101 (film) | Det. Jay | |
| 2017 | Downsizing (film) | African French News Reporter | |
| 2018 | Black Pumpkin | Mr. Carpenter | |
| Television | |||
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
| 2003 | The Wire | Leech | 2 episodes |
| 2009 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! | Posse Member | 1 episode |
| 2011 | Good Luck Charlie | The Gurgles Singer | 1 episode |
| 2012 | Bucket and Skinner's Epic Adventures | Cody Simpson's Pianist | 2 episodes |
| 2012 | Little Shrink | James Walker | 1 episode |
| 2014 | The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - District Voices | District 2 Fighter | 1 episode |
External links
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