Aldis Hodge
Aldis Alexander Basil Hodge was born in Onslow County, North Carolina on September 20, 1986
Biography
Aldis Hodge: Extended Biography
Full Name: Aldis Alexander Basil Hodge Date of Birth: September 20, 1986, Birthplace: Jacksonville, North Carolina, U.S. Occupation: Actor, Artist, Watchmaker Years Active: 1993–present Education: ArtCenter College of Design Siblings: Edwin Hodge (brother)
Early Life & Background
Aldis Hodge was born in Jacksonville, North Carolina, to Aldis Basil Hodge and Yolette Evangeline Richardson, both of whom served in the U.S. Marine Corps. His father is originally from Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, while his mother is from Florida. He grew up alongside his older brother, Edwin Hodge, who is also an actor.
Raised in New York City, Aldis developed an early passion for the arts, playing both the clarinet and violin as a child. He continues to play the violin, incorporating music into his creative pursuits. His artistic interests extended beyond performance, leading him to study architecture and design at the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, California.
Career & Achievements
Aldis began his acting career at a young age, appearing in print ads and TV commercials before landing his first major role in the Tony-winning Broadway revival of Show Boat. His film debut came in Die Hard with a Vengeance (1995), where he appeared alongside his brother Edwin.
His breakthrough arrived with Leverage (2008–2012), where he played Alec Hardison, a tech-savvy hacker. His performance earned him a dedicated fanbase, and he reprised the role in Leverage: Redemption (2021).
Aldis continued to build his career with standout performances in Straight Outta Compton (2015), where he portrayed MC Ren, and Hidden Figures (2016), where he played Levi Jackson. His role in Hidden Figures contributed to the film’s Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
He starred as Jim Brown in One Night in Miami...(2020), earning critical acclaim, and took on the role of Hawkman in Black Adam (2022), marking his entry into the DC Extended Universe. He also voiced John Stewart / Green Lantern in Green Lantern: Beware My Power (2022).
In television, Aldis starred in Underground (2016–2017), City on a Hill (2019–2021), and most recently, Cross (2024), where he plays Alex Cross, based on the James Patterson novels.
Personal Life & Creative Pursuits
Beyond acting, Aldis is a talented artist and designer. He is a self-taught horologist, designing luxury watches under his brand, A. Hodge Atelier. His passion for watchmaking has led him to advocate for greater diversity in the industry.
In 2018, he collaborated with painter Harmonia Rosales on a series of paintings titled Through the Looking Glass, which was exhibited in Los Angeles. He is also an avid writer, working on scripts for film and television.
Despite his busy career, Aldis remains dedicated to his artistic pursuits, balancing his work in entertainment with his passion for craftsmanship and storytelling.
Known For
- Die Hard with a Vengeance (1995)
- Leverage (2008–2012)
- Straight Outta Compton (2015)
- Hidden Figures (2016) – SAG Award Winner
- Underground (2016–2017)
- City on a Hill (2019–2021)
- One Night in Miami... (2020)
- Black Adam (2022)
- Green Lantern: Beware My Power (2022)
- Leverage: Redemption (2021–present)
- Cross (2024–present)
Aldis Hodge continues to evolve as an actor, artist, and watchmaker, bringing depth and authenticity to every project he undertakes. His ability to navigate both mainstream and independent cinema has cemented his status as a multifaceted and respected performer.
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