Young black actors 'must go to US'

British actor David Harewood has criticised the lack of opportunities for young black actors in the UK and has advised them to consider heading to the US.

British actor David Harewood has criticised the lack of opportunities for young black actors in the UK and has advised them to consider heading to the US.

The star – who was recently awarded an MBE – said there was a lack of “authoritative, strong black characters” for British actors.

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