May 2001 ACTORS MAKING THE GRADE : Hill Harper is Fearless in the Active State of Being

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ACTORS MAKING THE GRADE : Hill Harper is Fearless in the Active State of Being Shelby Jones (Washington D.C) If you have seen his work in LOVING JEZEBEL, HE GOT GAME or THE NEPHEW, then you know Hill is thorough at his craft. For those of you that have not seen him perform, don’t miss him in THE VISIT from Urbanworld Films. I had the pleasure of zipping some questions to Mr. Harper. Here is a glimpse of the young man’s mind. Enjoy. What is your bliss? Fearlessness in the active state of being What do you hate about politics? Hypocritical, condescending, cavalier--conservatives Which historical figure do you identify with? Muhammad Ali Which living person do you most admire? Nelson Mandela Football or basketball? Football Shell-top Adidas or Nike's? Shell-top Adidas Do you believe in romance? Absolutely Jazz, funk, alternative or hip-hop? Jazz What problem facing the African-American community do you think Needs to be solved immediately? Public School education If you could see any musical performer dead or alive, who would it be? Bob Marley What do you like most about your friends? Honesty & intelligence Eric Clapton or BB King? BB King Do you believe in love at first sight? Yes If you were not an actor, what would you do for a living? President of the United States If you were suddenly elected President of the United States, what would be your first executive order? Raise public school teacher's salary to $200,000 per year Who would win in a fight between Ali & Mike Tyson? Ali! No doubt!! What is your favorite film of all time? Purple rain What is your most favorite line from the Godfather trilogy? Wet my beak Have you ever been dogged? Yes If you could play any character in the history of the world, who would it be? Nelson Mandela