Reginald VelJohnson
Voice ActorReginald VelJohnson is an American actor recognized for playing authority figures on screen, including Sergeant Al Powell across the Die Hard movies and Carl Winslow on the sitcom Family Matters, and he also lends his voice to Invincible, the Skybound Entertainment animated series.
Invincible Role
In Invincible, VelJohnson joins the series' extensive voice cast, adding an animated credit to a career largely built on live-action television and film. His familiar authoritative screen presence, honed through decades of playing police officers and father figures, translates naturally into voice work for the Skybound Entertainment production.
Career and Notable Roles
VelJohnson made his biggest mark playing law enforcement characters, most notably Sergeant Al Powell across the Die Hard film series and Carl Winslow, the patriarch of the long-running sitcom Family Matters, which ran from 1989 to 1998. His screen career began in the late 1970s and has continued steadily across film and television for more than four decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Reginald VelJohnson?
Reginald VelJohnson is an American actor known for playing authority figures, including Sergeant Al Powell in the Die Hard film series and Carl Winslow on the sitcom Family Matters. He also lends his voice to Invincible, the animated series from Skybound Entertainment.
What role does Reginald VelJohnson play in Invincible?
VelJohnson joins the extensive voice cast of Invincible, the Skybound Entertainment animated series, adding an animated credit to a career built largely on live-action television and film. His authoritative screen presence, honed through decades of playing police officers and father figures, carries over naturally into the voice work.
How long did Reginald VelJohnson play Carl Winslow on Family Matters?
VelJohnson played Carl Winslow across the entire run of Family Matters, from 1989 to 1998. The sitcom remains one of the longest-running credits of his decades-long screen career.
When did Reginald VelJohnson's acting career begin?
VelJohnson's screen career began in the late 1970s and has continued steadily across film and television for more than four decades. His profile lists 1979 as the start of his active years in the industry.
When was Reginald VelJohnson born?
Reginald VelJohnson was born in 1952 in the United States. He is credited as part of the voice cast on Invincible, the animated series produced by Skybound Entertainment.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Invincible anime series, manga, and official materials. Invincible was created by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley, published by Image Comics / Skybound, and animated by Skybound Animation. All rights to Invincible and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byRobert Kirkman, Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley
- Published byImage Comics / Skybound
- Animated bySkybound Animation
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