Chido Nwokocha is an American actor.

Early life and education

Chido Nwokocha is a Nigerian-American who grew up in

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. He attended

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, where he played wide receiver. After college, he played professionally for the San Jose Sabercats of the

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. When a knee injury cut his football career short, he pursued an acting career.

Career

Currently, Chido Nwokocha is a series regular in the

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show ''Sistas'', written, directed and produced by Tyler Perry. ''Sistas'' was renewed for a second season and he will return as Gary Marshall Borders. He has also appeared in a recurring role in TNT’s ''Murder in the First'', and guested on such series as ''

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'', and '' The Night Shift.'' Film credits include ''Destroyer'', The Mendoza Line, ''Bad Therapy'' and '' Top Gun: Maverick.''

Early life and education

Career

Filmography

Television

Film

Video games

References

See also