Who plays Melvin B. Tolson in The Great Debaters?

Melvin B. Tolson is played by Denzel Washington.

How is Melvin B. Tolson connected to other characters?

Melvin B. Tolson has 2 mapped relationships in The Great Debaters. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Melvin B. Tolson — The Great Debaters Character Profile

About Melvin B. Tolson

Debate coach at Wiley College who leads his team to compete against white institutions like Harvard, challenging racial discrimination in the 1930s American South.

Melvin B. Tolson — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by: Denzel Washington
Appears in: The Great Debaters (2007)
Role: Protagonist

Relationships (2)

Melvin B. Tolson — possible relative — Ruth Tolson (Gina Ravera)
Melvin B. Tolson — Professional Coach — Samantha Booke (Jurnee Smollett)
Professional mentorship and academic guidance.

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