Earl Billings

Earl William Billings (born July 4, 1945) is an American actor, best known as Rob in the television series ''What's Happening!!''.

Life and career

Billings was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Willie Mae Billings.Earl Billings Biography (1945-)
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He has gained recognition for his participation in ads for Aflac. He has appeared in many television shows and films, such as ''Antwone Fisher'' (2002), ''American Splendor'' (2003), and ''Something New'' (2006). He starred in the short-lived ABC show '' Miss Guided'', co-starring Judy Greer and Brooke Burns.

Selected filmography

* '' Gosnell: The Trial of America's Biggest Serial Killer'' as Dr. Kermit Gosnell (2018)
* ''The Soul Man'' as Older Man (1 episode, 2015)
* ''Raising Hope'' as Photographer (1 episode, 2010)
* '' Parenthood'' as Pawn Shop Owner (1 episode, 2010)
* ''Cold Case'' as Eddie Clark '10 (1 episode, 2010)
* ''True Blood'' as Buster (1 episode, 2008)
* '' Miss Guided'' as Principal Phil Huffy (7 episodes, 2008)
* ''Senior Skip Day'' (2008) (V) as Lamar's Father
* '' Something New'' (2006) as Edmond McQueen
* ''How I Met Your Mother'' as Officer McNeil (1 episode, 2005 - "Sweet Taste of Liberty")
* '' Thank You for Smoking'' (2005) as Senator Dupree
* '' Rodney'' as Tom (1 episode, 2005)
* ''Fat Albert'' (2004) (voice) as Mr. Mudfoot
* '' Christmas at Water's Edge'' (2004) (TV) as Earl
* ''Without a Trace'' as Darrell Peters (1 episode, 2004)
* ''The King of Queens'' as Dennis (1 episode, 2004)
* '' Mr. 3000'' (2004) as Lenny Koron
* '' ER'' (1 episode, 2003)
* ''American Splendor'' (2003) as Mr. Boats
* '' Antwone Fisher'' (2002) as Uncle James Elkins
* ''For Your Love'' as Milton (1 episode, 2002)
* ''The Guardian'' as Detective (1 episode, 2002)
* ''The Parkers'' as George West (3 episodes, 2000–2002)
* ''The Proud Family'' as Photographer/Papa Mack (2 episodes, 2001; 2004)
* ''Ally McBeal'' as Ray's Client (1 episodes, 2001)
* ''Titus'' as Earl the Bartender (1 episode, 2001)
* ''Moesha'' as Clayton (2 episodes, 1997; 1999)
* ''Becker'' as Mr. Kimsey (1 episode, 1999)
* ''The Hughleys'' as J.O. (1 episode, 1998)
* ''Smart Guy'' as Delroy Tibbs (1 episode, 1998)
* ''The Wayans Bros.'' as Rick (1 episode, 1998)
* ''The Steve Harvey Show'' as Reginald Steele (1 episode, 1998)
* ''The Practice'' as Judge Thomas Lawrence (1 episode, 1997)
* ''Mad About You'' as Security Guard (1 episode, 1997)
* '' Good News'' as Deacon Brooks (1 episode, 1997)
* ''Living in Peril'' (1997) as Detective
* '' Larger Than Life'' (1996) as Cop
* ''Touched by an Angel'' as Henry W. "Cueball" Seek (1 episode, 1995)
* '' South Central'' (TV) as Mayo Bonner (8 episodes, 1994)
* ''Walker, Texas Ranger'' as Lieutenant Levar Dixon (1 episode, 1994)
* ''Jimmy Hollywood'' (1994) as Police Captain
* ''The Sinbad Show'' as Car Salesman (1 episode, 1993)
* ''In the Shadows, Someone's Watching'' (1993) (TV movie) as Allston
* ''Where I Live'' as Zachary (1 episode, 1993)
* ''One False Move'' (1992) as John McFeely
* ''Home Improvement'' as Mike (2 episodes, 1992; 1995)
* '' Roc'' as Car Salesman (1 episode, 1992)
* ''Family Matters'' as Man (1 episode, 1991)
* '' In the Heat of the Night'' as Capt. Ralph Porter (1 episode, 1991)
* '' Married... with Children'' as Demerson (1 episode, 1991)
* '' Star Trek: The Next Generation'' as Adm. Thomas Henry (1 episode, 1991)
* '' Doctor Doctor'' as Carl Wilkes (1 episode, 1990)
* ''Frank's Place'' as Doctor (1 episode, 1987)
* ''Hill Street Blues'' as Wilson/Harv/Mr. Stephens (3 episodes, 1982; 1986)
* '' Bustin' Loose'' (1981) as Man in Parole Office
* ''The Jeffersons'' as Wendell Thomas (1 episode, 1981)
* ''What's Happening!!'' as Rob (8 episodes, 1977–1979)
* ''Good Times'' as Mr. Taylor/Mr. Parker (2 episodes, 1976–1977)

References

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20th-century African-American male actors
20th-century American male actors
21st-century African-American male actors
21st-century American male actors
American male film actors
American male television actors
Male actors from Cleveland
1945 births
Living people