Bryshere Y Gray Filmography and Major Movie Roles
Bryshere Y Gray, also known as Yazz the Prince, is an American actor and musician whose filmography spans drama, music, and family genres. His most prominent movie role is as Khalil in the 2018 film The Hate U Give, based on the bestselling young adult novel by Angie Thomas. The Hate U Give earned approximately $34 million domestically and was released by 20th Century Fox, with streaming rights later moving to Hulu and Disney+ in many regions Forbes. Gray also starred in the 2019 drama Breakthrough, a faith-based film produced by Franklin Entertainment and distributed by 20th Century Fox, which grossed over $50 million in the United States Box Office Mojo.
His other notable movie credits include the 2019 film Just Mercy, in which he played a supporting role in the legal drama based on Bryan Stevenson's memoir. Just Mercy was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and earned strong critical reception, with a 90% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes Rotten Tomatoes. Gray also appears in the 2023 film A Jazzman's Blues, a period drama directed by Tyler Perry and released on Netflix, which became one of the platform's top-watched titles in its debut week Netflix Tudum.
Bryshere Y Gray Television Work and Empire Role
Gray is best known for his portrayal of Hakeem Lyon in the Fox musical drama Empire, which aired from 2015 to 2020. Empire was created by Lee Daniels and Danny Strong, and its cast included Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, and Jussie Smollett. The series averaged 10 to 17 million viewers per episode in its first three seasons and ranked among the top scripted series on American television Fox. Hakeem Lyon's story arc, which spans the show's six seasons, includes music industry rivalries, family conflicts, and romantic relationships.
On the small screen, Gray has also appeared in the Lifetime movie The Walk-In, a crime thriller based on real events involving an undercover operation to prevent a terror plot. His television work extends to guest appearances and music-driven specials tied to the Empire franchise, including live concert specials and behind-the-scenes features released on streaming platforms. Gray's television presence has helped him build a profile as a multi-hyphenate entertainer in both acting and music Lifetime.
Bryshere Y Gray Career Milestones and Industry Standing
Gray's career accelerated after his breakout role in Empire, leading to starring parts in major studio releases and high-profile streaming projects. He is signed with talent agencies that represent film and television actors in Hollywood, and his projects have been backed by production companies such as Fox Entertainment, Warner Bros., and Netflix. His film and television work has generated millions in box office and streaming viewership, placing him among the recognizable young actors in contemporary American entertainment.
As of the latest public data, Gray continues to develop new projects in film and television, with announcements tracked through industry