Ron Cephas Jones was an American actor who is best known for This Is Us, Luke Cage, and Half Nelson. He was born on January 8, 1957, in Paterson, New Jersey, and passed away on August 19, 2023, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Ron Cephas Jones had a daughter, Jasmine Cephas Jones, who is also an actress and a notable Emmy winner. He became the first father and daughter duo to win Emmy Awards. Ron studied at Ramapo College, where he initially pursued jazz music but later switched to theater, finding success in a college production.
Career Achievements
Jones had a successful acting career with significant roles in popular television series and films. He won an Emmy Award in 2018 for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for his performance as William Hill in This Is Us. His contributions to the entertainment industry have left a lasting impact on audiences and fellow actors alike.
Death and Legacy
Ron Cephas Jones died on August 19, 2023, due to pulmonary problems. His legacy continues through his impactful performances and the achievements of his daughter, Jasmine, who honors her father’s contributions to the arts. He is remembered for the emotional depth he brought to his roles and the barriers he broke as an African American actor.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Raisin in the Sun | 2008-02-25 | Willy Harris |
| A Day in Black and White | 2001-08-31 | |
| Watching TV with the Red Chinese | 2011-12-02 | Little |
| Titus | 2013-09-27 | Titus |
| Ashes | 2011-03-05 | Floyd |
| Glass Chin | 2014-04-19 | Ray Ellington |
| Paid in Full | 2002-10-25 | Ice |
| Half Nelson | 2006-08-11 | Mr. Dickinson |
| Dog Days | 2018-08-10 | Walter |
| The Holiday Calendar | 2018-11-02 | Gramps |
| Venom | 2018-09-28 | Jack |
| Dolemite Is My Name | 2019-10-04 | Rico |
| He Got Game | 1998-05-01 | Prison Guard Burwell |
| Sweet and Lowdown | 1999-12-03 | Alvin |
| Clyde’s | 2021-11-23 | Montrellous |
| Naked Acts | 1996-01-02 | Joel |
| Banshee | 2013-01-11 | Frazier |
| This Is Us | 2016-09-20 | William Hill |
| Mr. Robot | 2015-06-24 | Leslie Romero |
| Marvel’s Luke Cage | 2016-09-30 | Bobby Fish |
| Truth Be Told | 2019-12-06 | Leander ‘Shreve’ Scoville |
| Looking for Alaska | 2019-10-19 | Dr. Hyde |
| The Get Down | 2016-08-12 | Winston Kipling |
| Low Winter Sun | 2013-08-11 | Reverend Lowdown |
| The Blacklist | 2013-09-23 | Dr. James Covington |
| Lisey’s Story | 2021-06-04 | Professor Roger Dashmiel |
| Law & Order: Organized Crime | 2021-04-01 | Congressman Leon Kilbride |
| Law & Order | 1990-09-13 | Frank Doyle |
| Law & Order | 1990-09-13 | Roland Books |
| Law & Order: Criminal Intent | 2001-09-30 | Reggie Banks |