Djimon Hounsou

Djimon Hounsou
Hounsou at the 79th Academy Awards
2 Nominations
Role	Actor
Born	April 24, 1964
	Cotonou, Benin, Africa

Djimon Hounsou (pronounced Day-mon Hon-su) is a Beninese-American actor and model. As an actor, Hounsou has been nominated for Academy Awards. In 1989, Hounsou appeared in the music video for "Straight Up" by Paula Abdul.

Nominations

76th Academy Awards, 2003

Best Supporting Actor — In America

79th Academy Awards, 2006

Best Supporting Actor — Blood Diamond

Gallery

Oscar-nominated Roles

In America

Blood Diamond