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Levardis Robert Martyn Burton Jr. (born February 16, 1957) [2] [3] is an American actor, director, and television host. He played Geordi La Forge in Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987–1994), [4] Kunta Kinte in the ABC miniseries Roots (1977), and was the host of the PBS Kids educational television series Reading Rainbow for 23 years (1983–2006).
LeVar Burton was born on 16 February 1957 in Landstuhl, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. He is an actor and director, known for Star Trek: Generations (1994), Star Trek: First Contact (1996) and Star Trek: Insurrection (1998). He has been married to Stephanie Cozart Burton since 3 October 1992.
Actor, Director, Producer, and owner of LeVar Burton Entertainment. LeVar Burton’s mission is to create content that builds community, fosters empathy, and champions diversity while maintaining integrity.
LeVar Burton was born on 16 February 1957 in Landstuhl, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. He is an actor and director, known for Star Trek: Generations (1994), Star Trek: First Contact (1996) and Star Trek: Insurrection (1998).
3 days ago · LeVar Burton plays a game of Wild Card with Rachel Martin. He talks about his changing definition of success, his mom's influence on him, and why he sees his job as simply being LeVar Burton.
Jul 18, 2024 · LeVar Burton has three roles he'll forever be known for: Kunta Kinte on the TV series Roots, Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: The Next Generation and host of Reading...
3 days ago · Danny Trejo, Ana Ortiz, Tom Kenny, Cara Delevingne, Tim Gunn, Bill Nye, Kyle MacLachlan, LeVar Burton and Neil deGrasse Tyson are among the guest stars appearing on the upcoming episodes of ...
Dec 11, 2022 · NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with actor LeVar Burton, who has appeared in "Roots," "Star Trek" and the children's T.V. series "Reading Rainbow." He'll receive a lifetime achievement Emmy Award ...
3 days ago · LeVar Burton – A Hologram of himself: As an unlicensed hologram of LeVar Burton. Neil deGrasse Tyson – Himself: As himself, solving the greatest mystery of all time… with science!
Jun 28, 2021 · LeVar Burton’s Quest to Succeed Alex Trebek. By David Marchese Photograph by Mamadi Doumbouya. If the right person catches the right project at the right time, the culture will...
Mar 6, 2024 · 'Reading Rainbow' host LeVar Burton stars in the trailer for documentary movie 'Butterfly in the Sky,' getting an AMC Theatres release post-Tribeca.
Nov 26, 2021 · LeVar Burton discusses why losing out on the 'Jeopardy!' gig was a blessing, what 'Star Trek' means to him, and more.
Oct 21, 2022 · Director: Steven J Boettcher About Pioneers of Television Television’s beloved stars bring their stories to life, offering insider tales and surprising revelations you won’t hear anywhere else ...
Feb 14, 2023 · Forty years after the launch of 'Reading Rainbow,' 'Star Trek' actor LeVar Burton is championing literacy programs for children with the documentary 'The Right to Read.'.
Aug 6, 2021 · Actor and host LeVar Burton is a cultural icon. From his start in Roots to his decades-long role hosting Reading Rainbow, Burton has spent years inspiring and educating legions of fans of...
Feb 9, 2024 · Going further back in the Burton family tree reveals a profound shared heritage, both LaVar's paternal great-grandfather and grandfather were educators. LeVar Burton launched his acting career...
LeVar Burton made his acting debut in 1977 when he played Kunta Kinte in the ABC award-winning drama series Roots, based on the novel by Alex Haley. Burton's audition for the role of Kinte was the first of his professional career.
LeVar Burton Reads was a podcast hosted by LeVar Burton, where he read a piece of short fiction and shared his thoughts on it. Following its launch in 2017, it won numerous awards and favorable reviews.
Mar 29, 2023 · ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with father-daughter duo LeVar and Mica Burton about their roles on "Star Trek: Picard," the power of diversity and the "Reading Rainbow" host's feelings on book...
Nov 24, 2020 · Whether you know him as Star Trek's Geordi La Forge, Roots' Kunta Kinte, or the host of Reading Rainbow, there's a lot to learn about LeVar Burton.
404K Followers, 408 Following, 348 Posts - LeVar Burton (@levar.burton) on Instagram: "Kunta, Geordi, Reading Rainbow guy. #bydhttmwfi Get connected ⬇️".
The best short fiction, handpicked by the best voice in podcasting and presented in 3D immersive audio. In every episode, host LeVar Burton (Roots, Reading Rainbow, Star Trek) invites you to take a break from your daily life, and dive into a great story.
Jun 22, 2021 · With his iconic roles in Roots and Star Trek: The Next Generation and 23 years as the host of Reading Rainbow, LeVar Burton has left an indelible mark on our culture. Now the Emmy, Grammy,...
LeVar Burton filmography. LeVar Burton Photo Op GalaxyCon Richmond 2020. The following is a partial filmography for LeVar Burton, separated into film and television work.
Apr 20, 2021 · LeVar Burton became one of TV's most adored icons by encouraging kids to pick up a book. But these are the sad details about the Reading Rainbow star's life.
LeVar Burton (born 16 February 1957; age 67) is the American actor who played Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: The Next Generation throughout the show's entire seven-year run, from 1987 to 1994. He also played La Forge in the four TNG-era Star Trek films, in the TNG video game A Final Unity, and in...
