Levardis Robert Martyn Burton Jr., born on February 16, 1957, stands as a multifaceted American talent known for his roles as Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge in ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation,’ his groundbreaking performance as a young Kunta Kinte in the acclaimed miniseries ‘Roots,’ and his enduring presence as the host of the PBS children’s series ‘Reading Rainbow.’

Beyond his on-screen accomplishments, Burton has directed, produced, and contributed significantly to various aspects of the entertainment industry.

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Father	Levardis Robert Martyn Burton
Mother	Erma Jean Burton
Brothers	None
Sisters	Letitia, Valencia
Boyfriends / Girlfriends	Joyce DeWitt (1980)
Marital Status	Married
Partner	Stephanie Cozart Burton (m. 1992)
Sons	Eian Burton
Daughters	Mica Burton

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• Born on February 16, 1957, Burton’s career took flight with his first professional audition for the role of Kunta Kinte in the 1977 ABC miniseries ‘Roots,’ earning him an Emmy nomination.

• Raised Roman Catholic, Burton entered St. Pius X Minor Seminary at 13, aspiring to become a priest. His academic journey led him to question religious dogma, and he eventually enrolled at the University of Southern California with a drama scholarship.

• Burton’s portrayal of Geordi La Forge in ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ (1986) solidified his place as a household name. His character, equipped with a unique prosthetic device called VISOR, garnered immense popularity.

• Hosting ‘Reading Rainbow’ from 1983, Burton left an indelible mark on children’s television. The series ran for 23 seasons, earning numerous awards, including 26 Emmys.

• In 2014, Burton initiated a Kickstarter campaign to revive ‘Reading Rainbow’ as a web-based program. The campaign exceeded its $5 million goal, emphasizing the importance of literacy in elementary schools.

• Burton directed episodes of various Star Trek series, making him the former regular cast member with the most directed episodes.

• His first theatrical film direction was ‘Blizzard’ (2003), earning him a “Best of Fest” award.

• Burton has portrayed historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr. in ‘Ali’ (2001) and Ron LeFlore in ‘One in a Million: The Ron LeFlore Story.’

• Active in charity work, he joined the board of directors for the AIDS Research Alliance in 2012.

• Married to Stephanie Cozart-Burton since 1992, the couple resides in Sherman Oaks, California. Burton has two children: Michaela “Mica” and Eian Burton.

• Burton’s philanthropic endeavors include support for Junior Achievement of Southern California, with a record-breaking win on ‘The Weakest Link.’

• In 2017, Burton launched the podcast “LeVar Burton Reads,” where he shares his passion for storytelling by reading short stories.

• Sacramento honored Burton with LeVar Burton Park in 2019, recognizing his contributions to the community.

• His commitment to education and literacy remains unwavering, reflected in his continuous efforts to make ‘Reading Rainbow’ accessible and impactful.

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