Billy Brown is an American actor. In 2014, Brown began starring in the Shonda Rhimes drama series, How to Get Away with Murder. He is also known for his roles in the television series Lights Out, Dexter, Sons of Anarchy, and Hostages. Prolific television star widely recognized for his recurring roles in hit shows like Shonda Rhimes' How to Get Away with Murder, FX's Sons of Anarchy, and Showtime's Dexter. He's also appeared in blockbuster films like Star Trek and Cloverfield. His acting career began in the early 1990s scoring small roles in features like Geronimo: An American Legend and Dreamrider.