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Dennis Haysbert: Summary

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Birth Name:
Dennis Dexter Haysbert

Dennis's career started out with guest stints in episodic television. His imposing 6' 4" frame has helped him to land roles as military officers and sports figures. He gained national recognition as the voodoo chanting baseball player in Major League. His television success began with the short-lived series Now and Again. However, he is generally best known for playing President David Palmer on...

President of The United States (DVD Bonus Feature)

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  • Dennis works out almost every day. He plays basketball, baseball, golf and racquetball. He relaxes by practicing martial arts, reading and cooking.(edit)
  • When Dennis was asked during an interview what would have been President David Palmers campaign slogan had he really been running for presidency, he replied: people first.(edit)
  • Dennis's father is a Catholic and his mother a Baptist. They were raised as Baptists but had a lot of Catholic upbringing (such as fish on Fridays and no birth control).(edit)
  • Dennis was such a good fencer at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts that he was invited to train for the U.S. Olympic Fencing Team.(edit)
  • Dennis is backing the Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama. Dennis believes that his character on the TV Series 24 is partly responsible for opening America's mind to a black commander in chief.(edit)
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    1winddancer's avatarmember since: Oct 4, 2008
    The Bottom Line: "Trendsetter"

    Hunk - self-control - wise - and sexy. All the stars are great but he truely is the leader of the pack. ...Continue »

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    kwell1's avatarmember since: Oct 24, 2007
    The Bottom Line: "Personal favorite"

    Dennis Haysbert, one of the most versatile, captivating actors these days, with a wide variety of characters played over the years, offers the viewers pure pleasure in any role he chooses to take on. ...Continue »

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    Fwirrel's avatarmember since: Mar 15, 2007
    The Bottom Line: "One of the all-time greats"

    Dennis Haysbert just commands with his roles and he always does a good job. ...Continue »

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