Billy Dee Williams

Billy Dee Williams (born William December Williams, Jr. on April 6, 1937) is an American actor, artist, singer and writer, best known for his role as Lando Calrissian in the Star Wars films as well as pitchman for Colt 45 malt liquor. Williams was born in New York City, the son of Loretta, a West Indian-born elevator operator from Montserrat, and William December Williams, Sr. a Texas-born janitor. He has a twin sister, Loretta, and grew up in Ha... more

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  • 1937 (age 72 years)

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Height:

  • 1.778 m (5.833 ft )

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  • William December Williams, Jr.
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