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richard is one of the few African-American leading men on television today, and is indeed a stand-out. That's nothing new to this multi-talented rising star who has always had a passion for performing. In fact, it was during a 1983 Diana Ross concert that Richard was spotted dancing in the crowd. As a trained dancer (both in jazz and hip-hop styles), as a singer, and with his striking good looks, Richard was easily noticeable and soon segued into modeling. A short time later, Richard practically stumbled into an acting career after visiting a friend on the set of the popular television series "21 JUMP STREET"… |
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the bug bit him,
and he was hooked. Richard made his television debut on "21 Jump Street" landing a recurring role as the wise-cracking character JACKSON. While simultaneously utilizing his college degree working as an accountant at Telus Communications, he took time to hone his craft taking acting classes and picking up stunt work and stand-in jobs.
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as co-star of the hit television drama "DOC", starring BILLY RAY CYRUS on the PAX Television Network, versatile actor RICHARD LEACOCK has won the attention and praise of critics and audiences alike in both America and Canada. Leacock's portrayal of the handsome and sensitive New York city police officer "NATE JACKSON has garnered the English-born Performer the 2001 BEST ACTOR AWARD from The Black Film and Video Network. |
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richard soon nabbed
several guest starring roles including "Knight Watch" (Co–starring opposite Benjamin Bratt), "THE X FILES", "WISE GUY", "HIGHLANDER", "SLIDERS", "THE COMMISH", & "VIPER". On film, Richard has appeared In DAVID E. KELLEY'S "LAKE PLACID" and the comedy feature "SLAM DUNK ERNEST".
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born in London England, Richard spent the early part of his childhood in the Caribbean before moving to Canada. His family settled on the West Coast in Vancouver, British Columbia in the mid-70's.
with the influence
of such diverse environments forming the foundation of his youth, it is no surprise that Richard feels so at home with the multi-ethnic cast on the Toronto set of "DOC". The popular family-themed drama certainly embodies sentiments close to his own heart...
Richard always keeps his family very close.
Richard recently formed his own production company called 2 BOYS & A GIRL PRODUCTIONS. Compli–menting his acting career, he works to create and produce original projects.
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additionally, Richard and his younger brother, actor
Viv LEACOCK co-star together in a current episode of "DOC" which has been acclaimed as one of the most poignant of the entire season.
earmarked by trem–endous dedication and passion, Richard Leacock is following his destiny and seems poised to become a rare breed of star...a new leading man. A stand-out indeed. 
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