Omari K. Chancellor
Biography
Omari K. Chancellor is a Brooklyn-based actor, producer, and educator. Born and raised on St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Omari moved to the mainland to play collegiate soccer and earn an MFA from NYU Tisch's Graduate Acting Program. He has performed in both theater and film productions—most recently seen as Davion in AMANI at Rattlestick Theater. He was also featured in Peter Farrelly’s film, The Greatest Beer Run Ever (Apple+), Elsbeth (CBS), Why Women Kill (Paramount+), and soft (The Williamstown Theater Festival). Omari’s ability to craft narratives that are fun, humorous, and a little irreverent brings a captivating sense of play to his performance and storytelling. In addition to his performance work, Omari has founded a creative agency and taught fiction courses at Gotham Writers Workshop in Manhattan.
Known For & Full Filmography6 Titles
Drama Series - 2015, 16 episodes • as Travis Abbott
An emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's most explosive hospital and the courageous team of doctors who hold it together. They will tackle unique new cases inspired by topical events, forging fiery relationships in the pulse-pounding pandemonium of the emergency room.
Drama Series - 2024, 16 episodes • as Hunter McGrath
After her successful career in Chicago, Elsbeth Tascioni, an astute but unconventional attorney, utilizes her singular point of view to make unique observations and corner brilliant criminals alongside the NYPD.
Drama Series - 2026, 16 episodes • as Gordon Henderson
An anthology of sweeping true love stories that captured the world’s attention.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • as Erickson
Chickie wants to support his friends fighting in Vietnam, so he does something wild—personally bring them American beer. What starts as a well-meaning journey quickly changes Chickie's life and perspective.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • as Trevor
Newly divorced, empty-nester Syd (Lisa Edelstein) navigates the world of online dating. Each date serves as a metaphor in reclaiming her life and empowerment. A deep lens into single-hood with Brownstone Brooklyn serving as the backdrop.
Movie - 2021, 2h 15m • as Jaylen Robinson
Jaylen protects his sister.