KC native Stephen McKinley Henderson (right) reunited with his Broadway co-star Denzel Washington for the film version of “Fences,” but this time they’re on location in Pittsburgh. Menu. Movies. FOOTAGE. Henderson presenting at Amherst Central High School on March 29, 2018. Stephen McKinley Henderson was born on August 31, 1949 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Stephen McKinley Henderson was born on August 31, 1949 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. [on director Israel Hicks]: So many actors, directors, and playwrights owe the start of their careers to him. See all photos. (2003) 1:51. Stephen McKinley Henderson (born August 31, 1949) is an American actor. Stephen McKinley Henderson Actor Trailer. [on director Israel Hicks]: So many actors, directors, and playwrights owe the start of their careers to him. Stephen McKinley Henderson (born August 31, 1949) is an American actor. Particularly those of color who saw him as a role model as well as a leading figure in the field. Stephen McKinley Henderson was born on August 31, 1949 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. He was awarded the 2000 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award for Distinguished Featured Performance for "Jitney" at the Mark Taper Forum Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Born on exactly the same date as Richard Gere. Known For Release Calendar DVD & Blu-ray Releases Top Rated Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Showtimes & Tickets In Theaters Coming Soon Coming Soon … Actor He was nominated for a 1982 Joseph Jefferson Award for Actor in a Principal Role in a Play for "The Island" at the Wisdom Bridge Theatre in Chicago, Illinois. He has been married to Pamela Reed Henderson since April 22, 1978. Early life and education. Israel Hicks was one of the best directors I ever worked with as an actors and there are a whole lot of people who feel the same way.