Clipped season 1: Full list of cast in the miniseries

On June 4, 2024, a brand-new sports drama series, Clipped, made its debut on FX on Hulu. Created by Gina Welch, it is based on ESPN 30 for 30 podcasts, The Sterling Affairs. As a miniseries, the first two episodes, titled White Party and A Blessing and a Curse, were released on the same day.

The official synopsis of Clipped provides insights into the series' storyline:

"FX's Clipped goes behind the scenes of a notorious NBA owner's racist remarks, captured on a tape heard around the world. The limited series charts the collision between a dysfunctional basketball organization and an even less functional marriage, and the precipitating tape's impact on an ensemble of characters striving to win against the backdrop of the most cursed team in the league."

The cast of Clipped includes a talented and dedicated ensemble, poised to bring their characters to life.

Clipped: Cast list

Laurence Fishburne as Doc Rivers

In Clipped, Laurence John Fishburne portrays the role of the head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks of the National Basketball Association (NBA) American Glenn Anton "Doc" Rivers, a former player and professional basketball coach. He played in the NBA for 14 seasons, was an All-Star, and was recognized as one of the league's 15 greatest coaches.

Laurence John Fishburne is a renowned American actor, recognized for his outstanding performances on both stage and cinema. He has won three Emmy Awards and one Tony Award.

Ed O'Neill as Donald Sterling

In Clipped, the character of Donald T. Sterling, the former owner of the National Basketball Association (NBA) team San Diego/Los Angeles Clippers from 1981 to 2014, is played by Ed O'Neill.

Ed O'Neil, an American comedian and actor, had a brief stint as a professional football player. Throughout his career, he has been nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and four Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Corbin Bernsen as Pierce O'Donnell

In Clipped, Bernsen plays the character of Pierce O'Donnell. The "National Law Journal" has recognized Pierce O'Donnell as one of the "100 Most Influential Lawyers in America." In Time of War: Hitler's Terrorist Attack on America is a book he wrote (The New Press).

Corbin Bernsen, an American actor and director, hails from the United States. He portrayed Dr. Alan Feinstone in The Dentist, divorce lawyer Arnold Becker on NBC's drama series L.A. Law, and retired police detective Henry Spencer on USA Network's comedy-drama series Psych.

Cleopatra Coleman as V. Stiviano

In Clipped, Coleman plays V. Stiviano, who since the 2014 racist audio issue surrounding former LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling has remained out of the spotlight. Born Maria Vanessa Perez, she was raised in a low-income household. In 2018, she had an interview with TMZ, which was her last media appearance.

Australian actress Cleopatra Coleman gained notoriety for her roles as Rya in the Netflix original science fiction thriller In the Shadow of the Moon and Erica in the American comedy series The Last Man on Earth.

Clifton Davis as Elgin Baylor

In Clipped, Clifton Davis portrays Elgin Gay Baylor, an American CEO, coach, and professional basketball player. He was a forward for the Minneapolis/Los Angeles Lakers for 14 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA), played by Davis.

Actor, novelist, songwriter, musician, and clergyman Clifton Duncan Davis is from the United States. Davis starred in Amen, Madam Secretary, That's My Mama, and other television series. He has served as the host of Lifestyle Magazine, the Gospel Superfest, and the Stellar Gospel Music Awards.

Harriet Sansom Harris as Justine

In Clipped, Harriet Sansom Harris plays Justine, who is Shelly's friend.

Harriet Sansom Harries is known for her various roles in films and television. She has been nominated several times for her performances, one of which is from the 2023 Critics' Choice Super Awards for Best Villain in a Series.

The American actress is well-known for her roles in theater and television, most notably as Felicia Tilman on Desperate Housewives and Bebe Glazer on Frasier.

J. Alphonse Nicholson as Chris Paul

In Clipped, he plays an American professional basketball player, Christopher Emmanuel Paul, also known as "CP3" and "the Point God," who plays for the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Considered by many to be one of the best point guards of all time, he has earned the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

America's J. Alphonse Nicholson is an actor. His most well-known role is that of LaMarques in the drama series P-Valley on Starz, for which he received two NAACP Image Awards nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.

Jacki Weaver as Shelly Sterling

In Clipped, Jacki Weaver plays Shelly Sterling, who is Donald’s wife and business partner of over 60 years.

Australian actress Jacqueline Ruth Weaver works in theater, film, and television. Weaver made her name in Ozploitation films in the 1970s, including Petersen (1974), Alvin Purple (1973), and Stork (1971). Later, in 1975, she starred in Picnic at Hanging Rock.

Kelly AuCoin as Andy Roeser

In Clipped, Kelly plays former National Basketball Association president of the Los Angeles Clippers, Richard Andrew Roeser. In addition, he represented the Clippers on the NBA Board of Governors in league affairs as the team's alternate governor.

American actor Kelly AuCoin has made appearances in theater, television, and motion pictures. His most well-known roles are Pastor Tim on The Americans on FX and "Dollar" Bill Stern on Billions (Showtime). He has appeared on multiple American television shows regularly, such as The Girl from Plainville.

Rich Sommer as Seth Burton

In Clipped, Rich Sommer plays Seth Burton, who manages the Clippers' public relations.

American actor Rich Sommer is well known for playing Harry Crane on the drama series Mad Men on AMC from 2007 to 2015. He and the ensemble cast were honored with two Screen Actors Guild Awards for this role.

Petri Hawkins Byrd as Alvin Gentry

In Clipped, Petri Hawkins Byrd plays Alvin Gentry, an American professional basketball executive who works for the National Basketball Association's Sacramento Kings. Former basketball player and coach Gentry led six NBA teams at one point. He served as an interim head coach.

Petri Hawkins-Byrd is an American court show bailiff, television personality, social media personality, actor, voice actor, writer, and former New York State Court Officer.

LeVar Burton as himself

LeVar Burton is an American actor, director, and television personality. In Clipped, he plays his own character.

Burton is well-known for his portrayal of Kunta Kinte in the ABC miniseries Roots and Geordi La Forge in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Additionally, he was the anchor of the PBS Kids educational television series Reading Rainbow for 23 years.

Jock McKissic as Glen "Big Baby" Davis

Ronald Glen Davis was an American basketball player who played professionally. Playing for the Boston Celtics, Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Clippers, and St. John's Edge, he was known by the nickname "Big Baby."

Jock McKissic is an actor who was featured in Superintelligence, Bliss, and more.

Sheldon Bailey as DeAndre Jordan

American professional basketball player Hyland DeAndre Jordan Jr. plays for the National Basketball Association's Denver Nuggets (NBA). He was a member of the Texas A&M Aggies basketball team for one season.

Sheldon Bailey is an American actor. He represented Ecuador, Taiwan, and China in professional basketball. He got his start in acting by body doubling for some of the biggest names in basketball, like Dwight Howard, Shaquille O'Neal, and Lebron James, in commercials.

Austin Scott as Blake Griffin

American-born Blake Austin Griffin played basketball professionally in the past. Griffin played collegiate basketball for the Oklahoma Sooners and was mostly a member of the National Basketball Association (NBA) with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Austin Scott is an actor who was seen in Prep School, A Jazzman's Blues, and more.

Charlie McElveen as JJ Redick

American former professional basketball player Jonathan Clay "JJ" Redick currently works as an ESPN sports analyst, podcast host, and pundit. In the 2006 NBA Draft, the Orlando Magic selected him with the 11th overall pick. He was a basketball player for the Duke Blue Devils in college.

Charlie is an actor now based in New York. Since graduating from The Guildhall Drama School in London in 2017, he has worked in both Los Angeles and New York on stage and in film and television.

Where to watch Clipped?

The first two episodes of Clipped season 1 were released on June 4 on Hulu. The new episodes will be released every Tuesday. Being named as a miniseries, Clipped will have six episodes.

The next episode of Clipped will be released on June 11, 2024, on Hulu.

Edited by Shubham Soni