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Move over LL Cool J.
Next up to take over the role as "Brick" in the new Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' all-black version of 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' is none other than Boris Kodjoe.
The hunky actor and former model will take over the lead male role in the Stephen Byrd-helmed production while the production's original star Terrence Howard goes on a six-week leave to fulfill contractual commitments.
According to production spokesperson Joe Trentacosta, Kodjoe will take on the role from April 15 through May 22 in the Debbie Allen-directed play, which also stars Tony Award winners James Earl Jones, Phylicia Rashad and Anika Noni Rose.
Howard, who is set to start a major publicity campaign for his new movie 'Iron Man,' will reportedly resume the role on May 23.
LL Cool J has been attached – off and on – to the show throughout its various stages. Insiders hint that the Grammy Award winning rapper may step in to play the role of "Brick" as the show continue its run on The Great White Way.'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' marks the Broadway debuts of all three men -- seasoned acting professionals in their own right.
Kodjoe, who rose to national prominence as Damon Carter in the Showtime series 'Soul Food,' recently sharpened his stage prowess with his starring role in the recent chitlin circuit musical 'Whatever She Wants,' alongside Vivica A. Fox.
His other acting credits include 'Madea's Family Reunion,' 'The Gospel' and 'Brown Sugar.'
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By: CJ on 2/22/2008 7:36AM
I love Boris! I think he will do great in the role. :-)
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By: Yolanda on 2/22/2008 10:20AM
I love Boris too, but I think I am gonna wait to see Terrence in the role. Boris is not seasoned enough as an actor to take on a role of such depth.
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By: ROCHELLE E. BETHEA on 2/25/2008 4:21PM
I LOVE BORIS LOOK WISE BUT HE'S NOT STRONG ENOUGH
ACTING WISE TO PLAY THAT ROLE. BORIS ISN'T GOOD ENOUGH
TO BE ON THE SAME STAGE WITH MR.JONES OR MS. RASHAD
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By: Cobbo on 2/22/2008 6:51PM
Boris is too stiff as an actor and doesn't come close to having the range required to play the role of Brick. I'll spend my money to see Terrence in the role. Boris plays Boris, in every project.
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By: zetalove on 2/22/2008 7:09PM
CONGRATULATIONS Boris! You show them that you can do a theatrical performance.
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By: Cobbo on 2/22/2008 7:42PM
Boris is too stiff as an actor and doesn't have the required depth nor range to play the role of Brick. Boris plays Boris in all his performances. I'll wait to spend my hard earned money to see Terrence in the role.
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By: yvette on 2/24/2008 10:34AM
i just love him and enjoy his work tremendously. I was lucky enough to meet him and take picture with him. posted on classmates.com I am happy for him and wish him and his family the best!!!!!
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By: Gail on 2/23/2008 8:32AM
Boris is an up and coming actor, and I wish him success in the role of Brick. However, the roles that Terrence has starred in over the years brings a burst of excellence to the screen. He is very talented and shows his compassion, dedication and devotion in roles he play. I too want to see Terrence play the role of Brick.
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By: jeny on 2/23/2008 1:11AM
yes .we will lvoe him ,esp.the role of "Brick" as the show continue its run on The Great White Way.i have saw his blog on the interracial dating site(INTERRACIALLOVING .COM. an interracial dating and personals site dedicated to those looking for real love. thousands of white women and black men have met on this site and created success stories of their own, not to mention the thousands of black women and white men dating and finding love on this website too. it is a great club for black and white people onine.)as a black man ,he always to go there ,send his minds ....i am waiting for his next blog,good luck !!guy ,you will be better!!!!
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By: Cobbo on 2/23/2008 1:53AM
Boris is too stiff as an actor and doesn't have the range nor depth to play the role of Brick. Boris plays Boris in all of his performances. I'll wait to spend my hard earned money to see Terrence in the role.
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