Ben Harney (actor)
For other people with the same name, see Ben Harney.
| Ben Harney | |
|---|---|
| Born |
August 29, 1952 Brooklyn, New York, USA |
| Education | The High School of Music & Art, 1970 |
| Occupation | Stage actor |
| Years active | 1972–1985 |
| Spouse(s) | Olive Harney |
| Awards | Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical, 1982 (Dreamgirls) |
Ben Harney (born 29 August 1952 in Brooklyn, New York) is an African American actor and dancer who was active in his career between 1972 and 1985.
Harney attended Manhattan's High School of Music & Art, graduating in 1970.[1]
Harney won the 1982 Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical for his role as the Berry Gordy-esque character, Curtis Taylor, Jr. in the Broadway musical Dreamgirls.
References
- ↑ "Notable Alumni," Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia High School website. Accessed Nov. 1, 2016.
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