Julian Horton is an American actor, producer, former football player, and music producer. He is best known for portraying Roy Bellarie in Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black on Netflix.
Before entering the entertainment industry, Horton played college football for the Arkansas Razorbacks and briefly signed with the Tennessee Titans.
Since transitioning to acting, he has steadily built a career in film, television, and theatre, earning recognition as one of Hollywood’s emerging talents.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Julian Horton
- Stage Name: Julian Horton
- Born: December 12, 1991
- Age: 34 years old
- Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: African American
- Occupation: Actor, Producer, Former Football Player, Music Producer
- Height: 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Horton
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: None
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Private
- Net Worth: $1 million–$2 million USD
Early Life and Education
Julian Horton was born on December 12, 1991, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and was raised in Atlanta, Georgia. He was brought up by Mr and Mrs. Horton.
Information about whether he has siblings has not been publicly disclosed. Horton attended Greater Atlanta Christian School in Norcross, Georgia, where he excelled in football and basketball.
He later enrolled at the University of Arkansas, where he played wide receiver for the Arkansas Razorbacks while studying Communication and Media Studies.
His athletic success eventually opened the door to professional football opportunities before he transitioned into acting. He is also the first cousin of actor Donald Faison.
Career
After completing his college football career, Horton signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2010.
Although his professional football career was brief, the experience helped shape his discipline before he shifted his focus to entertainment.
Horton began acting professionally in 2018, making his screen debut in the Amazon Prime film The House Invictus.
He later appeared in television series including Legacies, Bruh, First Family, NoHo: A North Hollywood Story, and Tough Love: Atlanta.
His breakthrough came in 2024 when he was cast as Roy Bellarie in Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black, Netflix’s hit drama series. The role introduced him to a global audience and established him as one of the industry’s rising actors.
Horton has also appeared in films such as National Champions, The Re-Education of Molly Singer, Release, and Black Spartans. In addition to acting, he produces music in the rap, R&B, and pop genres.
Social Media
- Instagram: @thejulianhorton
- Facebook: Julian Horton
Personal Life
Julian Horton, 34, is believed to be single. There is no publicly confirmed information indicating that Julian Horton has any children.
He enjoys fitness, music production, football, travelling, and mentoring aspiring performers. Julian stands 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) tall.
Net Worth
Julian Horton has an estimated net worth of $1 million–$2 million USD. His income comes from acting, producing, commercial work, music production, endorsements, and other entertainment ventures. His starring role in Beauty in Black has significantly increased his profile and career opportunities.
Filmography
- The House Invictus
- The Benefit List
- National Champions
- Strictly for the Streets: Vol. 1
- ToxiCity
- The Re-Education of Molly Singer
- Release
- Legends of the Highway
- Black Spartans (upcoming)
Television
- Takeout
- Legacies
- Fatal Attraction
- Loose AF
- NoHo: A North Hollywood Story
- Tough Love: Atlanta
- Ruined
- Beauty in Black