Daniel Sunjata, born Daniel Sunjata Condon, is an American actor known for his work in both television and film. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, and was adopted by a police dispatcher and a civil rights worker. Of mixed heritage, Sunjata is of African American, Irish, and German descent.
He attended Mount Carmel High School in Chicago, where he played as a linebacker for two football teams that reached championship games. Sunjata completed his undergraduate studies at Florida A&M University and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He later earned a Master of Fine Arts in Acting from the prestigious Tisch School of the Arts at New York University.
Daniel Sunjata gained prominence for his role as firefighter Franco Rivera on the FX television series Rescue Me. He further established his television career by portraying federal agent Paul Briggs in the USA Network drama Graceland.
Sunjata has appeared in several well-known films and TV shows. He made a guest appearance as a sailor in an episode of Sex and the City. He portrayed poet Langston Hughes in Brother to Brother, and fashion designer James Holt in The Devil Wears Prada. His portrayal of Reggie Jackson in the ESPN miniseries The Bronx Is Burning also received praise. Additionally, he played a special forces operative named Captain Jones in Christopher Nolan’s film The Dark Knight Rises.
In theater, Daniel Sunjata received a Theatre World Award for his role in the Broadway play Take Me Out, in which he played a gay Major League Baseball player. He was also nominated for both a Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award for his performance in that role.
Sunjata served as a narrator for the documentary Loose Change 9/11: An American Coup, which presents alternative perspectives on the September 11 attacks. He is a vocal supporter of the 9/11 Truth Movement, which advocates for a reinvestigation of the events surrounding the 2001 terrorist attacks. Sunjata has publicly stated his belief that the attacks may have involved elements of a domestic conspiracy.
Daniel Sunjata is widely recognized for his good looks and charismatic screen presence. Media and fans often describe him as rugged, polished, and incredibly handsome. Despite public interest in his personal life, Sunjata has remained largely private about his relationships. His sexual orientation has been the subject of speculation, partly due to his portrayal of gay characters in some of his roles. However, he has not publicly confirmed any romantic relationships or marital status.
In a past interview with SheKnows, he discussed the qualities he appreciates in a potential partner, but he has not revealed any current or past partners publicly. The lack of public information has led to rumors, though they remain unconfirmed and speculative.
Daniel Sunjata has an estimated net worth of approximately $2 million, which he has earned through his work in movies, television, and theater. His notable roles in high-profile projects have contributed to his reputation as a versatile and accomplished actor.
| Birth Date: | 30 Dec, 1971 |
| Age: | 48 yrs |
| Occupations: | Television actor Film actor Stage actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Evanston |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Twitter Id: | DanielGRACELAND |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
