Elimu Nelson

Elimu Nelson, pronounced Ee-lii-muu, is an African American actor known for his roles in film and television. Born in Orange, New Jersey and raised in Milton, Massachusetts, he excelled in basketball and soccer before pursuing a career in acting. Nelson graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication, focusing on African American Studies and Spanish. He made his way to Los Angeles and quickly began making a name for himself with commercial work and guest appearances on television shows such as Pacific Blue, Undressed, JAG, The Practice, and City of Angels. Nelson has had supporting roles in movies including Love Don't Cost a Thing, Dance Flick, Love & Sex, The Hard Easy, and Unspeakable.