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Morgan Freeman
Tallahatchie River Foundation, Inc.
805 Clifton Springs Close Drive
Atlanta, GA 30349
USA
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Tallahatchie River Foundation, Inc.
(Foundation)
805 Clifton Springs Close Drive
Atlanta, GA 30349
USA
Morgan Freeman, born on June 1, 1937, in Memphis, Tennessee, is an iconic American actor, director, and narrator whose distinctive voice and commanding on-screen presence have made him one of Hollywood’s most respected figures. Known for his remarkable depth in portraying diverse characters, Freeman’s career has spanned more than five decades, earning him numerous accolades and cementing his legacy in American cinema.
Freeman’s early years were marked by hardship, as his family moved frequently due to economic difficulties, finally settling in Greenwood, Mississippi. His first encounter with acting came at the age of nine when he was cast in a school play. Though he showed promise, he initially considered a career in the military, joining the U.S. Air Force after high school with the hope of becoming a fighter pilot. However, after serving as an airman, Freeman discovered that his true passion lay in acting, leading him to pursue theater and move to Los Angeles in the early 1960s.
In the 1970s, Freeman’s career began to gain traction. He found success on stage, earning critical acclaim and awards for his performances in off-Broadway productions such as The Nigger Lovers and Hello, Dolly! His television break came with the educational children’s show The Electric Company, which ran from 1971 to 1977 and introduced him to a national audience. Although he grew frustrated with typecast roles, The Electric Company gave Freeman valuable exposure and experience that would later serve him in Hollywood.
