Ben Vereen

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Characters played by Ben Vereen

Ben Hutchinson — Silk Stalkings (1991)

Rita's initial boss, Captain Hutchinson (Hutch). He is forced to leave the series during the second season due to an off-screen accident but returns for guest appearances.

Chicken George Moore — Roots (1977)

Kizzy's biracial son, he becomes a highly skilled cockfighter known as Chicken George. Sent to England to train birds for Sir Eric Russell, he secures his own freedom but must leave his family behind. Returning in 1861 as a free man, he later purchases land in Tennessee and orchestrates the relocation of his relatives and the black farming community to escape postwar oppression.

Phineas (voice) — Once Upon a Forest (1993)

Phineas is the leader of the religious wrens encountered by Abigail, Edgar, and Russell during their journey. After Edgar helps rescue a trapped young wren, Phineas provides crucial information, explaining that the meadow they need lies beyond the dangerous construction site known as the land of the yellow dragons.

Dixon — Time Out of Mind (2015)

A mentally unstable but friendly homeless man George meets at the shelter. Dixon provides companionship and support as George navigates the difficult process of applying for public benefits and confronting his situation.

Dr. Scott — The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again (2016)

Dr. Scott arrives at the castle claiming that he came to find Eddie, changing the situation during the party's later stages. Dr. Frank-N-Furter suspects that his visit may also concern Brad Majors and Janet Weiss, then questions him about government work and UFO investigations, deepening the mystery around the castle.

Percy Senior — Idlewild (2006)

Percy Senior is Percival's father and operates a morgue where Percival works during the day. Percival feels obligated to remain with him, which leads Percival to decline Angel's first invitation to go to Chicago. His responsibility toward his father becomes a major obstacle in Percival's romantic and artistic choices.

Bert Robbins — Funny Lady (1975)

Entertainment industry associate involved in stage management and casting.

Career Overview

Ben Vereen has 81 screen credits in a career dating back to 1953. Their work is anchored in the Fanny Brice Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Once Upon a Forest, Time Out of Mind, Vaudeville. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

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Gender
male
Known Credits
81
Birth Date
1946-10-10
Birth Place
Miami, Florida, USA

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q770841), public domain (CC0).