Mehcad Brooks twin brother Billy Brooks Jr is an actor and model. Billy and Mehcad grew up together in Austin, Texas.
Mehcad is a well-known American actor and former fashion model who has made a name for himself through his various roles in popular TV series.
The actor is best known for his performances in the second season of ABC’s “Desperate Housewives” as Matthew Applewhite, “The Game” as Jerome, and “Necessary Roughness” as Terrance “TK” King. He has also played the lead role of James Olsen in the hit series “Supergirl.”
In 2022, Brooks began his portrayal of NYPD Detective Jalen Shaw on the NBC police procedural drama “Law & Order,” marking his debut on the series in its 22nd season.
Brooks was born and raised in Austin, Texas, where he attended L.C. Anderson High School. After graduating from high school in 1999, he attended the University of Southern California’s School of Cinema-Television, where he honed his acting skills.
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Mehcad Brooks Twin Brother
Mehcad Brooks twin brother Billy Brooks Junior is also an actor. Billy began his acting journey in the early 2010s.
Billy Brooks is an American actor and movie critic, born on October 25, 1980, in Austin, Texas, United States of America. He is 42 years old as of 2023. Billy Brooks is known for his roles in various mediums, including video games, TV shows, and movies.
One of his most notable works is his role in the popular video game DC Universe Online, released in 2011, and its expansion, Home Turf, released in 2013. He lent his voice to the game and brought the characters to life.
Brooks has also had a successful career in TV shows, appearing in popular series like Without a Trace. This crime drama series aired on CBS from 2002 to 2009, and Billy Brooks made his first appearance in 2002.
He played the role of a supporting character, and his performance was well-received by the audience. Apart from acting, Billy Brooks is also a movie critic. He has been reviewing movies for several years and has a good following.
Mehcad Brooks Family
Mehcad Brooks has a family of successful people and celebrities including his parents and brother. Brooks recently got married to his beautiful wife Frida Brooks.
Father Billy Brooks
Mehcad Brooks father Billy Brooks III is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League.
He was born on July 22, 1953, and began his professional career in 1976 when he was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the first round of the NFL Draft. He was the 11th overall pick, and he was selected based on his impressive performances while playing college football at Oklahoma.
Billy Brooks played for the Bengals from 1976 to 1979, during which time he established himself as a reliable receiver and a valuable member of the team. He caught a total of 96 receptions for 1,720 yards and 7 touchdowns in his career with the Bengals.
After leaving the Bengals, he joined the San Diego Chargers for one season in 1981. He also played for the Houston Oilers during the same year. In total, he played in the NFL for four seasons, from 1976 to 1981.
Billy Brooks was known for his speed and agility on the field, which allowed him to make big plays and outrun defenders. He was also known for his reliability and consistency, which made him a valuable asset to his team.
Throughout his career, he was a solid contributor to his team, and his performances on the field helped his teams to win many games.
Mother Alberta Phillips
Mehcad Brooks mother Alberta Phillips is a writer and journalist from Austin, Texas. She began her career at a newspaper called The Call and Times in Cincinnati, Ohio, and also worked at The Westbury Times in Long Island, New York.
She has also written for other publications. For most of her career, she worked for the Austin American-Statesman, a local newspaper.
Alberta started as a reporter covering local news and eventually became an editorial writer and columnist, covering topics such as race relations, environmental issues, and politics. She was the first African American woman to cover the Texas Capitol Press Corps, covering governors Ann Richards and George W. Bush.
Wife Frida Brooks
Mehcad Brooks wife is Frida Brooks. Mehcad and Frida got married on May 8, 2021.
Mehcad and Frida got married on Frida’s grandfather’s birthday, and she posted a beautiful post about her marriage on her Instagram account. She is a massive fan of Vylana and has posted about her songs on her Instagram bio.
Frida has not mentioned much about her personal life and likes to stay away from the public. She frequently posts about her husband’s achievements on social media to show how much she loves him.
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