Stephen McKinley Henderson_
Kansas City, Missouri, USA
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Born
Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Known For
Actor
Occupations
Director, Actor, Stage actor
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Birthplace
Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Education
University of North Carolina School of the Arts, William Esper Studio, Juilliard School, Purdue University
Zodiac Sign
♍ Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
Name Origin
English < Proto-Indo-European (*-nós)
Popularity
Tier B -- 36,037 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 41 years (1985-2026)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 35
Year context
Born in 1949 -- NATO founded; People's Republic of China established; Harry S. Truman was US president
Year 1949 →
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Ox
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15
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (16)
AWARDS (2)
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Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lifetime Achievement
2023
WON
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Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play
2015
WON
Biography
Stephen McKinley Henderson (born August 31, 1949) is an American actor. He is best known for playing Omar York in the television drama, New Amsterdam, which ran for one season in 2008. His notable film roles include portraying Arthur in Everyday People (2004), Lester in Tower Heist (2011), Father Leviatch in Lady Bird (2017), and Thufir Hawat in Dune (2021).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Stephen McKinley Henderson?
Stephen McKinley Henderson is 76 years old, born on .
Where was Stephen McKinley Henderson born?
Stephen McKinley Henderson was born in Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
What movies or shows has Stephen McKinley Henderson been in?
Stephen McKinley Henderson has 16 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Dutchman (2026), Good Fortune (2025), The Madness (2024), Civil War (2024), Causeway (2022).
What is Stephen McKinley Henderson known for?
Stephen McKinley Henderson is primarily known as an actor. Stephen McKinley Henderson (born August 31, 1949) is an American actor. He is best known for playing Omar York in the television drama, New Amsterdam,…
Where can I find more information about Stephen McKinley Henderson?
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