Lamar Jackson, NFL star, causes a stir online with his debut in a risky acting performance
Hey there! Looks like four-time Pro Bowler and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is stepping out of the football spotlight and into the limelight of TV acting! Jackson made his acting debut in Power Book III: Raising Kanan, where he engaged in a tense confrontation with Unique (Joey Bada$$).
The clip of his debut has been all over the internet, and Jackson didn't shy away from asserting his New York roots to clear up any confusion about his origins (not New Jersey, bro!).
It's not just footballers diving into the movie and TV world, though. First Take host Stephen A. Smith have recently graced the small screen of General Hospital.
According to Jackson, he'll be playing E-Tone, an intimidating character who's not one to be messed with. Sounds like a threat if I ever heard one! He also claimed that fans shouldn't cross paths with E-Tone, because this dude's a deadly, dangerous character you don't want to get on the wrong side of. Exciting times ahead!
We'll have to wait and see if Jackson's acting chops earn him more spotlight in the future. Here's to hoping the right people catch his debut performance and open doors for more incredible roles.
Lamar Jackson's Acting Debut in Power Book III: Raising Kanan
Power Book III: Raising Kanan marks the first official foray of Lamar Jackson into the world of movies and TV shows. The fourth season of the series, produced by Starz, sees the return of fan-favorite characters from the Power universe. Since its premiere on July 18, 2021, Power Book III has gained a reputation for its meticulous casting, with cameos offered sparingly by the cast and crew members.
The original Power series, co-created by Sascha Penn and 50 Cent and aired on Starz for six seasons, concluded on February 9, 2020. 50 Cent continues to serve as an executive producer and narrator in Power Book III.
With a successful season behind him (12-5 record with the Ravens), Jackson ranked sixth in passing yards, exceeding 4,000 for the first time in his career. He threw 41 touchdowns and only four interceptions. However, he was unable to claim his third NFL MVP title, with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen taking home the prize instead.
Jackson's acting debut comes amidst playoff excitement, as the Ravens beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Wild Card Round but lost to Allen and the Bills in the Divisional Round by a two-point margin.
Selected third overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, Jackson played college football at Louisville before taking the starting position for the Ravens and never looking back.
- Lamar Jackson, who made a significant impact in college football and the NFL, is now stepping into the world of TV acting with his debut in Power Book III: Raising Kanan.
- In this series, Jackson plays an intimidating character named E-Tone, a role that presented a stark contrast to his on-field persona as a Baltimore Raven.
- Shockingly, even sports commentator Stephen A. Smith has ventured into movies and TV, recently making an appearance on General Hospital.
- As the 2023 playoffs unfold in the NFL, fans are keeping an eye on both sports and entertainment, eagerly awaiting Jackson's next move in his acting career.
- Jackson's anticipated return to TV in future roles could potentially bridge the gap between sports and entertainment, especially in movies and TV shows.
- With his refined acting skills on display in Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Jackson might very well add another title to his ever-growing mantle: a successful actor in the world of movies and TV.
