2024 is shaping up to be a standout year for Colman Domingo. The acclaimed actor, who recently turned 55, started the year on a high note, earning two Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations in January for his roles in The Color Purple (as the daunting “Mister”) and Rustin (portraying Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin). He soon topped that with an Oscar nomination for Best Actor for his performance in Rustin. This could have been seen as a peak in his long career, yet Domingo continued to forge ahead.

Following his celebrated performances, Domingo appeared in the poignant jailhouse drama Sing Sing, based on the true Rehabilitation Through the Arts program, and in Ethan Coen’s zany, lesbian road-trip film Drive Away Dolls. His recent role in Netflix’s limited series The Madness proves he’s long been prepared for such a pivotal moment in his career. Domingo has consistently delivered stellar performances for over three decades, always staying ahead of Hollywood’s recognition.

It’s truly refreshing to see Domingo take the lead in a series like The Madness, which cleverly utilizes his dynamic abilities. In this series, he embodies Muncie Daniels, a rising media analyst about to launch his own CNN program when he’s wrongfully accused of murdering a notorious white supremacist, potentially connected to powerful elites. The narrative, reminiscent of North By Northwest, The Fugitive, and Double Jeopardy, features Domingo’s character in a relentless pursuit, his life narrative manipulated and evidence planted against him. Domingo brilliantly portrays an everyman whose ordinary nature is anything but typical, bringing a majestic touch to the mundane.

The Madness posits a timely and provocative scenario: a Black man, regardless of his status or connections, can easily be scapegoated for murder by exploiting racial prejudices. Muncie Daniels, although a figure of respectability, becomes the prime suspect in a grisly murder after a chance encounter, making him an ideal target for media sensationalism and public misjudgment.

As Muncie struggles to uncover the truth and clear his name, Domingo taps into the varied personas he’s portrayed throughout his diverse and steady career. Despite being a well-established actor, Domingo’s earlier roles in Nash Bridges and Law & Order series were more about gaining experience than gaining recognition. His roles ranged from a cop to a drug seeker, and as a lawyer or a bartender, showcasing his versatility.

Domingo’s ability to embody both authoritative and unnerving characters helped him secure numerous roles on television while he honed his craft in theater. His stage work includes notable performances in productions from Shakespeare to August Wilson, and on Broadway in Passing Strange and The Scottsboro Boys, as well as special performances in The Wiz and others.

His significant breaks in Fear The Walking Dead and Euphoria showcased his unique talent, leading to roles in major films like Lincoln, and If Beale Street Could Talk, which highlight the breadth and depth of his acting prowess.

The Madness not only showcases Domingo’s ability to navigate complex characters but also cements his status as one of the finest actors of his generation. The series tackles a myriad of challenging topics, from conspiracy theories to systemic corruption, all while underscoring Domingo’s masterful ability to engage and captivate audiences.

Looking forward, Domingo will return for the third season of Euphoria, appear in Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming biopic Michael, and lend his voice to projects like The Electric State and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. Additionally, he is set to direct and star in a Nat King Cole biopic. This period may seem like a peak, but for Domingo, it’s just another remarkable chapter in a continuously rising career.

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