Mike Colter Wiki: Everything To Know About 'Luke Cage' Actor

If you have been enjoying Marvel's 'Luke Cage' on Netflix since last year like the rest of us, then chances are you might be wondering who is portraying the titular bulletproof Harlem street tough Superhero 'Luke Cage.' You may have also recognized him from his role in the TV Show 'The Good Wife' as 'Lemond Bishop,' or even in his role as the boxer 'Big Willie Little' in the critically acclaimed 'Million Dollar Baby.' If you are familiar with the motion capturing of the Spartan Jameson Locke from the Xbox flagship franchise's fifth installment of 'Halo,' that guy is Mike Colter. Mike Randall Colter was born on August 26th 1976, making him a Virgo. He was born in Columbia, South Carolina but he currently resides in Los Angeles, California. South Carolina is truly Colter's home and that is where he has received most of his adult education. Growing up between Columbia and St. Matthews, South Carolina, Colter attended Calhoun County High School. Calhoun County High School also produced Philadelphia Eagles Wide Receiver Alshon Jeffery, though not at the same time as Colter. Colter would go on to graduate from Calhoun and spend a year year at a community college, Benedict College, before ultimately transferring out to attend the land of the Gamecocks,the University of South Carolina. Here, Colter would receive his Bachelor's in Fine Arts in Theater in the Spring of 1999 but he wouldn't let it halt his academic pursuits just yet. He would then go on to receive his Masters in Fine Arts, or MFA in Acting from Rutgers University Mason Gross School of Fine Arts. With an educational prowess in acting and theater, it is pretty evident to see how he flourishes in 'Luke Cage.'

Before he was 'Luke Cage,' Mike Colter starred in the TV Show 'The Good Wife' and made cameos in other TV Shows like 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.' One of his major film roles would be that of the boxer 'Big Willie Little' in 'Million Dollar Baby.' The role would require a slight workout, in fact, he was only required to gain about 15 pounds for his role in 'Million Dollar Baby' while training with real life Boxing Trainer Martin Snow at the Trinity Boxing Gym. For his role as 'Luke Cage,' however, the workout would have to get even more real. Mike Colter would have to double that and gain 30 pounds to play the bulletproof bad boy. Standing 6 foot 3, Mike Colter as 'Luke Cage' was the perfect fit. Mike Colter also stars as 'Luke Cage' in other Marvel Netflix Universe TV Shows such as 'Jessica Jones' and 'The Defenders.' In fact, Mike Colter has been nominated for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his roles in 'Luke Cage' and 'The Defenders.' Although Colter did not take home any of the awards, his roles in the Marvel Universe are still greatly accepted and appreciated by fans and critics alike. Outside of 'Jessica Jones,' 'Luke Cage' and 'The Defenders,' Mike Colter will be starring in the film 'Extinction' set for release in late 2018 or early 2019.

At the time of this post, the 'Luke Cage' star is estimated to worth about $2 Million dollars. We're pretty sure Mike Colter's net worth will increase with him starring in season 2 of 'Luke Cage,' set to be released on Netflix on June 22nd of this year. Also, you can expect Colter to resume his role as 'Luke Cage' in the crossovers such as 'Jessica Jones' 'The Defenders' and possibly even the new season of 'Daredevil,' all with seasonal expected releases this year. He is also starring in the film 'Extinction' later this year. These factors are sure to bulletproof 'Luke Cage's' wallet!

Mike Colter is married to Iva Colter and he has been since 2016. Mike Colter met Iva during his time spent obtaining his Masters in Fine Arts at Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Fine Arts. Iva, nowhere near an actress, was obtaining her Ph.D. Colter believes she brings balance to his acting life, not wanting a wife who works in the same field as him to where dinner discussions would just be about more work so this makes perfect sense. The two also have a daughter who was born the same year the two were wed. Iva Colter is also a cousin of Award-Winning Actress Viola Davis. Mike Colter is also really close friends with action Assaf Cohen. Mike Colter's brother is also a Secret Service Agent for the United States of America. Despite playing large characters with emphasis on their physique such as 'Luke Cage' and 'Big Willie Little' and 'Spartan Jameson Locke,' Mike Colter is not a fan of the gym. He even had this to say in regards to working out and his diet:

We look forward seeing Mike Colter return in the second season of 'Luke Cage,' set to hit Netflix this Summer on June 22, 2018!