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Donald
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Donald Faison stars as Dr. Christopher Turk on NBC’s Emmy Award-nominated comedy, “Scrubs.” For his role as J.D’s best friend and sidekick Faison was awarded the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series honor at the first annual BET Comedy Awards in 2004 and nominated for an NAACP Image Award in 2006 (the 2006 NAACP Image Awards will be presented on February 25).
A New York City native, Faison began his acting career as an enthusiastic 5-year-old attending the Children’s School of Intuitive and God-Conscious Art. His passion and talent led him to study theater at the Professional Children’s School.
Faison made his film debut in a role opposite Angela Bassett in “Waiting to Exhale.” Shortly thereafter, he landed the role of Murray in the cult comedy hit “Clueless.” Faison’s performance in “Remember the Titans,” starring with Denzel Washington in 2000, showcased his dramatic skills as an actor. Soon after, Faison co-stared with Elizabeth Hurley in the independent feature film “Double Whammy.” This film premiered at the 2001 Sundance Film. His film credits also include MGM’s “Uptown Girls,” alongside Brittany Murphy and Dakota Fanning, “Big Fat Liar,” “Josie and the Pussycats,” “Double Whammy,” “Trippin,’” “Can’t Hardly Wait,” “New Jersey Drive,” “Prep,” “Juice,” “Venus and Vegas” and “Vegas Baby.” Most recently, Faison was seen in New Line’s “King’s Ransom” starring with Anthony Anderson.
In February 2006, Faison will star opposite Sanaa Lathan, Blair Underwood and Mike Epps in the Focus Features comedy “Something New.” Faison can also be seen later this year in the comedy, “It’s Under My Skin,” alongside Jamie-Lynn DiScala, Whoopi Goldberg and Joey Fatone.
On the small screen, Faison portrayed Tracy on the popular television drama “Felicity” for two seasons. Prior to that, he reprised his role as Murray for three seasons in the television version of “Clueless.” He has also appeared as Raury in “Party of Five.” His notable guest-starring credits include “Sister, Sister” and “New York Undercover.” Faison is currently the host of the new, original Spike TV series, “The Playbook.” The program is the ultimate guide for guys, designed to show them how to navigate the trickiest situations, scenarios and circumstances.
Faison is an avid basketball player and is currently exploring writing and producing. His birthday is June 22.
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