We all remember Ron O'Neal as the unforgettable Youngblood Priest from "Super Fly," a film that sparked a revolution in Black cinema. But his incredible journey didn't start or end there! Before the big screen, Ron was a decorated stage actor, winning prestigious awards for his powerful performances. He even stepped behind the camera to direct the "Super Fly" sequel, aiming to redefine his character. Join us as we celebrate the full, diverse career of Ron O'Neal, from urban anti-hero to internat

" RON O'NEAL " Ron O'Neal grew up in a working-class neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio, to parents Eunice and Ernest O'Neal, a former jazz musician who earned his living as a factory worker. Ernest died when Ron was 16 years old. Six months later his brother, who worked as a truck driver, was killed in an accident. Following these tragedies his mother found a job in a hospital to sustain the family. Ron graduated from Glenville High School and attended Ohio State University, where he became intere