David Walcott
Biography
David Walcott is an actor and photographer born in Brooklyn and raised in both New York City and Broward County, Florida. His desire for acting started at a very young age, reenacting movie scenes for family members at family functions. Uncertain of the route he would pursue in life, David was involved in many different activities growing up, ranging from sports to business management to entrepreneurship. At 17, he was a supporting actor in a theatre play during his first year of college and that sparked an interest in him to further pursue creative work. In 2014, he got his first taste of on screen acting. He is known for his roles in a few short films as well as flagship Netflix shows Daredevil and Luke Cage.
Known For & Full Filmography4 Titles
Drama Series - 2015, 16 episodes • as Richie
Lawyer-by-day Matt Murdock uses his heightened senses from being blinded as a young boy to fight crime at night on the streets of Hell’s Kitchen as Daredevil.
Movie - 2018, 2h 15m • as Smoking Pedestrian
On the eve of a major performance, singer Vivienne receives life-altering news that causes her to reevaluate her priorities. Crisscrossing the busy streets of New York City, she tries to balance her upcoming tour, family, and friends. Through interaction with her overbearing mother, Jeanne, her long-time manager, Ben, and her ex-husband, Nick, Vivienne strives to make peace with the decisions and sacrifices she's made along the way.
Movie - 2018, 2h 15m • as Protestor
After capturing an illegal act of police violence on his cellphone, a Brooklyn street hustler sets off a series of events that alter the lives of a local police officer and a star high-school athlete.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • as Kendrick
Noah, a college student, introduces his white girlfriend to his black family during a tense Thanksgiving dinner. An emotionally charged drama that delves into the complexities of interracial relationships, black excellence, and the pursuit of self-autonomy.