Jamil Walker Smith

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Characters played by Jamil Walker Smith

Gerald Johanssen — Hey Arnold! (1996)

Gerald is Arnold's best friend and one of his closest neighborhood companions in Hillwood. He contributes to the children's adventures and is especially associated with telling urban legends, including stories about superheroes and variations of the Headless Horseman.

Ronald Greer — Stargate Universe (2009)

A master sergeant serving with the military staff at Icarus Base. He is among the survivors who evacuate through the Stargate and work to secure Destiny.

Gerald Johanssen / Rasta Guy — Hey Arnold! The Movie (2002)

Pragmatic friend who balances Arnold's idealism with street smarts.

Paulo — Hey Arnold! The Jungle Movie (2018)

Loyal friend and classmate who joins Arnold on the San Lorenzo expedition.

Gerald Johanssen (voice) — Hey Arnold! Arnold's Christmas (1996)

Gerald is Arnold's best friend and helps him search for Mai on Christmas Eve. Along with Arnold, he agrees to complete a public records employee's Christmas shopping in exchange for help locating her. After Mr. Hyunh and Mai are reunited, Gerald tells Arnold to accept the event as a Christmas miracle.

Officer Jerry — Getaway (2020)

Officer Jerry brings Tamara coffee before her trip and asks whether he will see her again. Later, he visits the bar to check that she arrived safely; she reassures him and returns to her friends. Tamara tries to reach him while held captive, but the men prevent her from getting help.

Career Overview

Jamil Walker Smith has 26 screen credits in a career dating back to 1993. Their work is anchored in the Hey Arnold Movie Collection universe with 2 titles. Signature works include Hey Arnold!, Stargate Universe, Hey Arnold! The Movie. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Gender
male
Known Credits
26
Birth Date
1982-08-20
Birth Place
New York City, New York, U.S.

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q463321), public domain (CC0).