Everything You Need to Know About Actor-Activist Jesse Williams

7. He Was at Ferguson

In October of 2014, in the aftermath of the police’s murder of Michael Brown, when the people of Ferguson, Missouri erupted in a frenzy of rage of sadness, Williams joined the throngs of protestors. He was a fixture among the crowds, even getting tear gassed by police at one point. Of course, his activism is something that goes back to the actor’s teen years.

8. Gotta Like a Man Who Loves Bacon

In spite of the fact that he hangs out with the upper crust on a regular basis, Williams is no culinary snob. Not only does he have a proud fondness for bacon, but he also fancies himself something of a short order cook, especially when it comes to all things breakfast. You can really judge the measure of a man by how much he enjoys breakfast.

9. He Loves the Court

If he had his own way, Jesse Williams wouldn’t be on TV … unless he was taking the court for a professional basketball team. He’s quick to talk of his love for the sport and he still plays regularly in order to keep in shape.