Michael Ealy

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Characters played by Michael Ealy

Ben's Brother — Seven Pounds (2008)

Ben's Brother is the IRS employee whose credentials are taken and used by the central donor while candidates are being investigated. His connection to the donor enables the false identity, and the stolen credentials eventually lead him to confront the donor at Emily's home.

Eric Warner — Secrets and Lies (2015)

Eric Warner is a newly married heir to his family’s private equity firm. In season two, his wife Kate is murdered, placing Eric under suspicion from Detective Andrea Cornell and making him the central subject of the investigation.

Scott — The Intruder (2019)

Scott is Annie's husband and the purchaser of Foxglove. He becomes increasingly suspicious of Charlie Peck's intrusions, installs security cameras, investigates Charlie's history, survives an attempted murder, and ultimately shoots Charlie in self-defense after protecting Annie from the final attack.

Danny — About Last Night (2014)

The protagonist, a former salesman who becomes a bartender; he navigates the complexities of commitment, past regrets, and reconciliation with his partner Debbie.

Dorian — Almost Human (2013)

Dorian is an older DRN police android assigned to John Kennex after John rejects a standard-issue unit. Designed to behave more like a human, Dorian shows emotional responses, dislikes being called a synthetic, and uses dry sarcasm. His unusual personality becomes central to his growing relationship with John.

Detective Sebastian — Underworld: Awakening (2012)

Human police detective investigating supernatural crimes in the city.

Ricky — Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004)

Street-smart barber with a criminal past, loyal to friends and committed to redemption.

Ezra Clayton — Last Vegas (2013)

Ezra is Archie's concerned son, whose worry reflects the ongoing health issues Archie experiences before traveling to Las Vegas. Although he does not participate in the bachelor-party events described, his concern provides context for Archie's age, vulnerability, and the friends' awareness that their celebration takes place later in life.

Dominic — Think Like a Man (2012)

Successful architect balancing career ambitions and romantic commitment with Lauren.

Dominic — Think Like a Man Too (2014)

Reunited romantic lead navigating relationship challenges and career conflicts in Vegas

Jake Attica — Takers (2010)

A crew member, Jesse's brother, and Lilly's fiancé. He discovers Lilly's murder and dies in a police shootout alongside his brother.

Carter Duncan — The Perfect Guy (2015)

An IT worker who transforms into a dangerous stalker after a breakup. He harasses Leah, kills her neighbor and ex-boyfriend, and changes his identity before being fatally shot.

Career Overview

Michael Ealy has 54 screen credits in a career dating back to 1990. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Think Like a Man with 2 titles. Signature works include Seven Pounds, Secrets and Lies, The Intruder. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
54
Birth Date
1973-08-03
Birth Place
Washington, District of Columbia, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q786003), public domain (CC0).