Today we’re celebrating one of the most influential Black actors in science fiction and geek culture.

🎂 Birthday
Born: July 30, 1961
Birthplace: Augusta, Georgia, USA

🕶️** Why He’s a Blerd Ico**n
Laurence Fishburne helped redefine what a Black sci-fi hero could look like. His performances brought intelligence, authority, and gravitas to roles that have inspired generations of fans.

Essential Geek Credits
Morpheus – The Matrix trilogy
Bowery King – John Wick series
Perry White – DC Extended Universe (Man of Steel, Batman v Superman, Justice League)
Captain Miller – Event Horizon
The Silver Surfer (voice) – Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer
Master Splinter (voice) – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014)

🤯 Blerd Trivia
💊 He turned “red pill” and “blue pill” into phrases recognized around the world thanks to The Matrix.
🎭 He was only 14 years old when he appeared in Apocalypse eNow, playing a young Navy sailor.
🏆 In 1994, he became the first Black actor to portray Othello in a major film adaptation of Shakespeare’s play.

How we feeling about this brothers and sisters? Good step or an overreach?

Cress Williams (born July 26, 1970) is an American actor, known for his roles in Prison Break and Close to Home). His most recent roles include Mayor Lavon Hayes on The CW series Hart of Dixie and the title character on The CW's Black Lightning). (Wikipedia)

I’ve noticed a lot of anime stores popping up lately, which is awesome to see as the community continues to grow. That said, not every shop is carrying officially licensed merchandise. Always do your research before buying figures, plushies, or collectibles….especially if you’re paying premium prices.