Ron Cephas Jones

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