Cleavant Derricks is an American actor and musician. His television appearances include Good Sports where he won his first series role as part of the sports newsroom team, and Thea where he played Uncle Charles. He also appeared in Woops! as one of the post-apocalyptic survivors and Sliders where he worked with Jerry O'Connell. His film roles include Moscow on the Hudson where he worked with Robin Williams, and The Slugger's Wife. He has also appeared in Basilisk: The Serpent King, Carnival of Souls, and Miami Magma.