Badja Djola

Badja Djola (1948-2005) was an American actor known for his work in black films. Born as Bernard Bradley in Brooklyn, New York, Djola gained recognition for his breakout role as 'Half Dead' Johnson in the 1979 movie Penitentiary. His notable film credits include Mississippi Burning, A Rage in Harlem, and Who's the Man? He also appeared in TV shows like The X-Files, Nash Bridges, and NYPD Blue. Djola had a successful career in theatre, with performances in Once in a Wife Time, Edmond, 227, Southern Rapture, and Dancing on Moonlight. Tragically, he passed away from a heart attack in Los Angeles, California.