Quick Facts
Born:
1962-11-30
Birthplace:
Bessemer, Alabama, USA
Credits:
23 Total Roles
Bo Jackson
Acting
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Biography
Vincent Edward "Bo" Jackson (born November 30, 1962) is an American former professional baseball and football player. He is the only professional athlete in history to be named an All-Star in two major North American sports. Jackson's elite achievements in multiple sports have given him the reputation as one of the greatest athletes of all time.
Jackson played college football as a running back for the Auburn Tigers, and won the Heisman Trophy in 1985. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Los Angeles Raiders and in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Kansas City Royals, Chicago White Sox, and California Angels. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1996.
In 1989 and 1990, Jackson's name became known beyond just sports through the "Bo Knows" advertising campaign, a series of advertisements by Nike, starring Jackson alongside musician Bo Diddley, promoting a cross-training athletic shoe named for Jackson.
A 1991 hip injury on the field ended his football career, and his baseball career ended in 1994. Jackson expanded into other pursuits, including the completion of his Bachelor of Science degree in Family and Child Development at Auburn. Jackson still holds the record for most runs for 90+ yards from scrimmage with two. In addition, Jackson appeared in small roles as an actor in television shows such as The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Married... with Children, as well as films such as The Chamber.
Jackson played college football as a running back for the Auburn Tigers, and won the Heisman Trophy in 1985. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Los Angeles Raiders and in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Kansas City Royals, Chicago White Sox, and California Angels. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1996.
In 1989 and 1990, Jackson's name became known beyond just sports through the "Bo Knows" advertising campaign, a series of advertisements by Nike, starring Jackson alongside musician Bo Diddley, promoting a cross-training athletic shoe named for Jackson.
A 1991 hip injury on the field ended his football career, and his baseball career ended in 1994. Jackson expanded into other pursuits, including the completion of his Bachelor of Science degree in Family and Child Development at Auburn. Jackson still holds the record for most runs for 90+ yards from scrimmage with two. In addition, Jackson appeared in small roles as an actor in television shows such as The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Married... with Children, as well as films such as The Chamber.
Known For
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Bo Jackson
Married... with Children
Calvin Farquhar
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Bo Jackson
The Chamber
Sgt. Clyde Packer
Diagnosis: Murder
Ty Bradford
The Sentinel
Truck Brower
Moesha
Mr. Porter
You Don't Know Bo: The Legend of Bo Jackson
Self
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Great Heisman Race of 1997 MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2022 | Mighty: The Life and Legacy of Pat Dye MOVIE | Self |
| 2019 | Deion's Double Play MOVIE | Self |
| 2014 | Bo, Barkley and the Big Hurt MOVIE | Self |
| 2012 | You Don't Know Bo: The Legend of Bo Jackson MOVIE | Self |
| 2011 | Roll Tide/War Eagle MOVIE | Self |
| 2006 | Pros vs. Joes TV | Self |
| 2001 | Inside Schwartz TV | Bo Jackson |
| 1998 | The Pandora Project MOVIE | Manson |
| 1997 | Fakin' Da Funk MOVIE | Reverend Cecil |