Seth Gilliam is a talented and versatile actor, best known for his powerful performances across television and film. He has brought to life some of the most memorable characters in pop culture, including:

Ellis Carver in HBO’s critically acclaimed The Wire
Clayton Hughes in Oz
Dr. Alan Deaton in Teen Wolf
Father Gabriel Stokes in AMC’s The Walking Dead

Gilliam’s film career spans decades, with roles in award-winning movies such as Still Alice. He has also starred in fan-favorite action films, including:
Sergeant Sugar Watkins in Starship Troopers
Sergeant Steven Altameyer in Courage Under Fire

In addition to his major television roles, Gilliam has had recurring appearances on The Cosby Show and Teen Wolf, as well as guest spots on hit series like CSI: Miami, Nurse Jackie, Skins, Person of Interest, and The Good Wife.

In 2014, Gilliam joined The Walking Dead in its fifth season as Father Gabriel Stokes, continuing his legacy of bringing depth and intensity to complex characters. Alongside Chad Coleman and Lawrence Gilliard Jr., he became the third The Wire alum to be part of the series.