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Coverage dated August 4, 2024

'David Makes Man' actor Akili McDowell is charged with murder in man's shooting in Houston

Headline from Local News 8

HOUSTON (AP) — Authorities say an actor who starred in the television series “David Makes Man” has been charged with fatally shooting a man in the parking lot of a Houston apartment complex. The Harris County sheriff’s office says 21-year-old Akili McDowell was charged last week with murder in the J…

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  1. The Hollywood Reporter

    ‘Billions’ and ‘David Makes Man’ Actor Akili McDowell Arrested for Murder in Houston (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    Harris county homicide investigators charged 'Billions' actor Akili McDowell with murder in the shooting death of Cesar Peralta on July 20.

  2. Local News 8

    'David Makes Man' actor Akili McDowell is charged with murder in man's shooting in Houston (opens Local News 8)

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    HOUSTON (AP) — Authorities say an actor who starred in the television series “David Makes Man” has been charged with fatally shooting a man in the parking lot of a Houston apartment complex. The Harris County sheriff’s office says 21-year-old Akili McDowell was charged last week with murder in the J…

  3. Deadline

    ‘David Makes Man’ Star Akili McDowell Charged With Murder In Houston (opens Deadline)

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    Akili McDowell, known for his title role in David Makes Man, has been arrested and charged with murder in Houston, TX, in the shooting death of a man

  4. Entertainment Weekly

    Actor Akili McDowell charged with murder in Houston shooting (opens Entertainment Weekly)

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    Akili McDowell, best known for his roles in series 'David Makes Man' and 'Billions,' has been charged with murder in connection with a deadly shooting in Houston.

  5. New York Post

    ‘Billions’ actor Akili McDowell arrested, charged with murder over parking lot shooting (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    'Billions' and 'David Makes Man' star Akili McDowell, who has been interviewed by Oprah, has been arrested and charged with murder.

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