BILLY DEE WILLIAMS

As an "A" list actor and an icon of the African-American community, Billy Dee Williams was a long anticipated and much needed addition to the cast of heroes in the "Star Wars" universe. His considerable presence brought many viewers to the seats of the theatre to see "The Empire Strikes Back" who may not have originally purchased a ticket. His overwhelming popularity and powerful performance opposite Diana Ross in the films "Mahogany" and "Lady Sings the Blues" led many women flocking to see his character Lando Calrissian in George Lucas' space fantasy. Billy Dee's career has encompassed so much, including the films "Undercover Brother", "Nighthawks", "Bingo Long", "Bryan's Song", and the television show "Dynasty". His introduction in the "Star Wars" trilogy allowed Billy Dee to continue his role in "Return of the Jedi"; as General Calrissian he piloted the Millennium Falcon directly into the second Death Star destroying it from within. His popularity in the fantasy/Sci-Fi genre continued when he took the role of Gotham's district attorney Harvey Dent in Tim Burton's "Batman", lending his charming good looks and suave attitude to the film. Recently, Billy Dee Williams was nominated for an "Independent Spirit Award" for his role in "The Visit", portraying a father whose son is dying of AIDS in prison. He could also be seen on the television series "18 Wheels of Justice" and "Gidieon's Crossing". In September he is traveling to Alabama to shoot a new project called "Constellation". His acting career, however, does not completely engross his time. Billy Dee is also an accomplished artist whose paintings are displayed around the globe including the USA, Japan, and Canada. As well as a painter, he is also a talented author, helping pen the science fiction thriller "Psi Net" and it's sequel currently available in bookstores. Catch Billy Dee in reruns of FOX's THAT 70's SHOW (he made a guest appearance)!

Billy Dee stars in a new film along side Snoope Dogg... check out HOOD OF HORROR in theaters soon!

If you would like to visit Billy's official web site click HERE!

Billy Dee is an accomplished painter! Click on this image to purchase your own piece of artwork!

Billy Dee portrayed Harvey Dent for Tim Burton's "BATMAN" in the hopes he could play Two-Face!

Billy Dee was the spokesperson for COLT 45. Bring a can of COLT 45 to a con & he'll sign it for you!