If you’ve been keeping up with Power Book II: Ghost, then you’re probably wondering why Daniel Sunjata’s handsome character Mecca, aka Dante, looks so familiar. It’s probably because the seasoned actor has been seen in a dozen TV shows and movies over the years – appearing in everything from The Devil Wears Prada to Ghosts of Girlfriends Past to Sex and the City and more. His latest role might come as a shocker (considering his complete transformation), but Sunjata is no stranger to the big and small screens. Ahead, keep reading to see what shows and movies you may recognise him from.
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Power Book II: Ghost
It seems like Sunjata has adopted a whole new look for his role in 50 Cent’s Power Universe. The seasoned actor portrays Mecca, aka Dante, – Monet’s (Mary J. Blige) old flame from her past who returns to shake things up – in Power Book II: Ghost.
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The Devil Wears Prada
If you’re obsessed with The Devil Wears Prada, then you might recognise the actor from his small role as James Holt, an up-and-coming fashion designer at Runway.
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Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
Sunjata played the potential love interest for Jennifer Garner’s character in this modern-day version of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol.
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Gone
In 2012, Sunjata starred alongside big names like Amanda Seyfried, Wes Bentley, and Sebastian Stan in this thriller about a girl reeling from a terrifying kidnapping attempt.
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Sex and the City
In the episode titled “Anchors Away,” Sunjata portrayed a sailor on the show’s first post-9/11-themed episode.
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The Bronx Is Burning
The actor portrayed Yankees outfielder Reggie Jackson in this ESPN miniseries about the team’s 1977 baseball season.
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Graceland
Perhaps one of Sunjata’s most notable roles is when he played the ruggedly handsome Paul Briggs in this USA show about a group of undercover agents living in Southern California.
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Rescue Me
From 2004-2011, Sunjata had a starring role in this FX drama about a group of New York City firefighters post-9/11.
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30 Rock
In 2010, Sunjata had a one-episode stint on Tina Fey’s popular NBC show during season five, episode eight.
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The Dark Knight Rises
Sunjata’s character, Captain Jones, meets an unfortunate end when he is killed by Bane in the final installment of Christopher Nolan’s Batman film trilogy.
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Grey's Anatomy
From 2010-2011, the actor played Eli Lloyd on the popular ABC show.
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Smash
Before its cancellation, the actor played a script doctor who is constantly at odds with Debra Messing’s character, Julia.
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Take Me Out
On top of his impressive résumé, Sunjata also has a theater background. He originated the role of Darren Lemming in the Broadway play and was even nominated for a Tony Award in 2003.
