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| Shemar Moore | |
|---|---|
| Name | Shemar Moore |
| Birth date | April 20, 1970 |
| Birth place | Oakland, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor, producer, former fashion model |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Notable works | Criminal Minds; S.W.A.T.; The Young and the Restless |
Shemar Moore
Shemar Moore is an American actor and producer known for television roles that span soap operas, procedural dramas, and action series. He gained prominence on daytime drama and later became a lead in prime time network series, parlaying acting success into producing credits and public appearances on talk shows and award ceremonies. Moore's career intersects with a range of creators, studios, and franchises across American television and film.
Moore was born in Oakland, California, and raised in a family with ties to California and Boston; his mother is of Irish and French-Canadian descent and his father is of African-American and Afro-Brazilian descent from Sao Paulo. He attended Huntington Beach High School and later enrolled at Santa Monica College before transferring to American International College and ultimately graduating from Santa Monica College with a degree in communications. During his youth he was involved in community programs in Oakland and amateur athletics that included participation in track and field and basketball at the high school level. Moore also worked as a model, which brought him into contact with agencies and designers in Los Angeles and the broader entertainment industry.
Moore began his screen career in daytime television, joining the cast of the daytime soap opera The Young and the Restless as Malcolm Winters, a role that earned him recognition within the Daytime Emmy Awards community. He transitioned to primetime with guest roles on series produced by studios such as Warner Bros. Television and appeared on talk and variety programs including The Tonight Show and Good Morning America for promotional interviews. Moore achieved wider fame as Derek Morgan on the CBS procedural series Criminal Minds, created by Jeff Davis (writer), where he worked alongside cast members from Joe Mantegna to A. J. Cook and with showrunners affiliated with CBS Television Studios. Following his tenure on that series, Moore secured the lead role in the CBS action drama S.W.A.T., developed from the 1975 film produced by 20th Century Fox and adapted for television by creators connected to Shawn Ryan and Bobby Roth; the series involved collaborations with networks like CBS and production companies including Sony Pictures Television. As a producer and actor he has worked with directors and producers from projects involving Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures, and independent production companies. Moore's public appearances and philanthropic engagements have placed him in events associated with organizations such as The NAACP and charity galas connected to Los Angeles nonprofits.
Moore's screen credits span soap operas, network drama series, television films, and guest roles on network programs. Notable television credits include his long-running role on The Young and the Restless, his prominent season arcs on Criminal Minds, and his starring role on S.W.A.T.. He has appeared in television movies and short theatrical projects connected to HBO-style outlets, and has made guest appearances on series tied to networks like ABC, NBC, and Fox Broadcasting Company. Moore's film appearances include roles in motion pictures produced by companies such as Screen Gems and collaborations with actors who have worked with studios like Warner Bros. and Columbia Pictures. His career also includes cameo and voice work for projects distributed by Netflix and streaming services affiliated with Paramount Global.
Moore's family background links him to communities in Oakland, Boston, and Sao Paulo, reflecting a multicultural heritage that has been highlighted in interviews with outlets like People (magazine) and appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He maintains residences and professional ties in Los Angeles and has been involved in charitable efforts tied to organizations including Make-A-Wish Foundation and civic events in California. In public statements he has discussed mentorship and advocacy, connecting with entities such as NAACP Image Awards organizers and educational initiatives in urban communities. Moore's athletic interests have led to participation in celebrity sports exhibitions associated with charities sponsored by brands and media outlets like ESPN and Team USA promotional events.
Moore has received accolades including a Daytime Emmy Award for his work on The Young and the Restless and nominations from bodies such as the NAACP Image Awards and fan-driven honors like the People's Choice Awards. Industry recognition has come from television guilds and award presenters associated with CBS programming and ceremony hosts tied to Los Angeles award seasons. His visibility on successful network series has led to listings in entertainment publications such as Variety and The Hollywood Reporter, and invitations to serve as a presenter at events organized by institutions including The Emmy Awards and charity galas supported by Hollywood organizations.
Category:American actors Category:1970 births Category:Living people