Was 'Suits' actor Wendell Pierce denied rented apartment because of racism?

'Suits' actor Wendell Pierce has claimed that he was denied an apartment in Harlem. Pierce played the role of Robert in the blockbuster legal series.

The actor who portrayed Robert, the father of Meghan Markle's character Rachel Zane on the popular legal drama "Suits," revealed that he faced housing discrimination. Despite having a reliable income from several prominent acting roles, he was denied housing, highlighting a troubling issue within the industry and society at large.

“For those of you who don’t understand my righteous anger; I’m on 2 TV series, ELSBETH and RAISING KANAN. I’m filming SUPERMAN. Two years ago, I finished the fourth season of JACK RYAN. Last year I finished a run on Broadway in DEATH OF A SALESMAN,” he wrote on X Monday.


"For those of you who don’t understand my righteous anger; I’m on 2 TV series, ELSBETH and RAISING KANAN. I’m filming SUPERMAN. Two years ago, I finished the fourth season of JACK RYAN. Last year I finished a run on Broadway in DEATH OF A SALESMAN. Even with my proof of employment, bank statements and real estate holdings, a white apartment owner DENIED my application to rent the apartment…..in Harlem, of all places. Racism and bigots are real. There are those who will do anything to destroy life’s journey for Black folks. When you deny our personal experiences, you are as vile and despicable," Wendell Pierce posted on Twitter.

Pierce, renowned for his memorable performances as Robert Zane in 'Suits' and as Detective Bunk Moreland in HBO’s "The Wire," is slated to take on the iconic role of Perry White in James Gunn’s upcoming DC Universe "Superman" film, set for release next year.

FAQs:

Q1. What is Wendell Pierce?
A1. Wendell Pierce, renowned for his memorable performances as Robert Zane in 'Suits' and as Detective Bunk Moreland in HBO’s "The Wire," is slated to take on the iconic role of Perry White in James Gunn’s upcoming DC Universe "Superman" film, set for release next year.

Q2. What is the age of Wendell Pierce?
A2. Wendell Pierce is 60-year-old age.