Omar Epps, born on July 20, 1973, in Brooklyn, New York, is an American actor, rapper, and producer. He gained recognition for his roles in films like "Juice," "Higher Learning," "The Wood," and "Love & Basketball." Epps is also well-known for his television work, including his role as Dr. Eric Foreman on the medical drama series "House" from 2004 to 2012. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards, including NAACP Image Awards and a Screen Actors Guild Award.