Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1969 |
| Age | 57 years |
| Birthplace | Cerritos, California, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Morris Chestnut
03/05/2026
The CBS drama Watson, in which Morris Chestnut played Dr. John Watson opposite Robert Carlyle as Sherlock Holmes, reached its series finale in 2026. The show had earlier been canceled, so the finale closed out its run without a third season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Morris Lamont Chestnut |
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| Summary | American actor known for his role as Ricky Baker in the 1991 film Boyz n the Hood, with a career spanning film and television. |
| Years Active | 1988–present |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.83 m |
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| Ethnicity | African American |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Richard Gahr High School, Cerritos, California |
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| University | California State University, Northridge |
Personal Life
| Relationship Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Pam Byse-Chestnut |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Pam Byse-Chestnut (married 1995) |
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Family
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| Spouse | Pam Byse-Chestnut |
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Career
| Debut | Boyz n the Hood (1991) |
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| Awards | NAACP Image Award (one win, as reported by secondary sources); 2023 Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Television Movie, Limited Series or Dramatic Special (winner) |
| Television Debut | Freddy's Nightmares (1990) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Has worked with Steven Seagal in two films, once as a partner and once as the main villain. | |
| 2. Is an accomplished Texas Hold 'Em poker player. | |
| 3. Had an uncredited cameo in Higher Learning (1995). | |
| 4. Has published a book on fitness and nutrition. | |
| 5. Won the Madden Bowl video game competition title in 1998. | |
| 6. Originally wanted to play college football before turning to acting. |
