Michael B. Jordan is an American actor and producer best known for his roles in Fruitvale Station, Creed, and Black Panther. Born on February 9, 1987, in Santa Ana, California, he began his career with television roles in The Wire and Friday Night Lights. His portrayal of real-life events in Fruitvale Station as Oscar Grant earned him critical acclaim. He gained further fame as boxer Adonis Creed in Creed and as Erik Killmonger in Marvel's Black Panther, solidifying his place as one of Hollywood’s leading actors. Beyond acting, Jordan is also involved in producing and has used his platform to address social issues, making him influential both on and off-scree