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Robert Townsend (born February 6, 1957) is an American actor, director, comedian, and writer. [1] [2] Townsend is best known for directing the films Hollywood Shuffle (1987), Eddie Murphy Raw (1987), The Meteor Man (1993), The Five Heartbeats (1991) and various other films and stand-up specials.
Robert Townsend is a versatile and influential filmmaker who has written, directed, produced and starred in his own films, such as Hollywood Shuffle, The Five Heartbeats and The Meteor Man. He has also worked with many Hollywood stars and created popular TV shows and specials.
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Robert M. Townsend. Elizabeth & James Killian Professor of Economics. Research Fields. Development Economics, Economic Theory, Macroeconomics. Biography Publications Projects Teaching News and Selected Presentations. Contact Information. View & Download CV. Office Phone 617-452-3722. Email Address rtownsen@mit.edu. Office E52-538. SocialTwitter.
Mar 3, 2023 · Robert Townsend, the director and star of the 1987 comedy film Hollywood Shuffle, talks about his personal and professional struggles in the film industry. He discusses his friendship with Keenen Ivory Wayans, his casting in A Soldier's Story, and his vision for Black representation on screen.
Robert Townsend is an American actor, director, comedian, and writer. He is known for his films Hollywood Shuffle, The Meteor Man, The Five Heartbeats, and the sitcom The Parent 'Hood.
Feb 27, 2019 · Robert Townsend is a pioneer in Hollywood. As a writer, director and actor, he's built an extensive resume of television and film work, bringing black stories to audiences around the world.Want...
A Hollywood pioneer well ahead of his time, Townsend, is often referred to as one of the “Godfathers of the Independent Film World.” With more than 30 years in the entertainment business, he has made an indelible mark in Hollywood with an extensive list of credits.
