8 Things You Didn’t Know About Julius Tennon

Julius Tennon is an American actor who was born on December 24, 1953. He was born in Travis County, Texas, United States Of America. Julius Tennon is the husband of Viola Davis who is also an amazing actress.

He began his acting journey when he was very young. It was difficult for Julius to get into an acting career due to his Black ethnicity. But he proved himself through his phenomenal acting skills. He has done a great job in many different movies. If you are curious to know more about him, then you may find these 8 facts interesting about him. 

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Julius Tennon

1. Appeared In A Mini-Series

He is doubtlessly a talented and versatile actor. At the start of his career, he appeared in a miniseries called “Lonesome Dove” Which was released in the year(1988-1989). 

2. Other Than Actor

As we mentioned before, he is a versatile and phenomenal actor. But besides being an actor he is also an accomplished film, television, and theater producer. He has produced several films under his supervision. ^[1] 

3. Got A Football Scholarship

Julius Tennon was also offered a full football scholarship to the University of Tulsa. At that University, he became the very first African-American to graduate from the theater department.

4. Best Known For

He is an actor who is recognized as one of the greatest actors of his time. He is best known for starring in the films The Simone Biles Story, Batman v. Superman, Get On Up, Fame, Friday Night Lights, and many others. 

5. Married Life

Julius And Voila both first met on the set of the series City Of Angels. After four years of that meetup, they got married. And now they are living a happily married life. 

6. Loves His Wife

Once in an interview, Julius and Voila both said to the interviewer that marriage is a commitment and they both are really happy to follow this commitment. They both love each other a lot. ^[2] 

7. Kind In Nature

Once in an interview, Julius taught his audience to be kind and nice to everyone. He said that if any team on the set makes the mistake, you should teach them kindly instead of shouting at them. ^[3] 

8. Inspired By Mr. Poirier

Once in an interview, he said that he is inspired by Mr. Poirier and he is one of them who inspired him to be the greatest. ^[4]