Khary Payton
Ezekiel in The Walking Dead, voice of Cyborg in Teen Titans
Khary Payton (born September 16, 1974) is an accomplished American actor and voice actor with a career spanning television, film, and animation. He is perhaps best known for his recurring role as Ezekiel, the charismatic leader of the Kingdom community, in the acclaimed AMC series The Walking Dead, which became a cultural phenomenon. Beyond live-action television, Payton has had a significant impact in animation, most notably voicing Cyborg in the beloved animated series Teen Titans, which became one of Cartoon Network's most successful shows. His distinctive voice and commanding presence have made him a recognizable figure in both mainstream entertainment and the animation community. Payton has also appeared in numerous other television series and films, demonstrating his versatility as a performer across different media formats and genres.
Entertainment
American
1974
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Khary
American origin
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