The Advocate

New Orleans actor Dwight Henry embraces historic role in "The Birth of a Nation"

Being part of the heralded new film “The Birth of a Nation” had a profound impact on New Orleans actor Dwight Henry. “I’ve been blessed to be a part of some wonderful films, but this particular film — ...
Reuters

Actor Dwight Henry eyed in New Orleans killing after arrest for theft

NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - Dwight Henry, a baker-turned-actor who rose to prominence with his debut performance in the Oscar-nominated 2012 movie "Beasts of the Southern Wild," is facing scrutiny from ...
NOLA.com

New Orleans baker-turned-celebrated actor Dwight Henry accused of stealing money from register

New Orleans police said Tuesday they have obtained a warrant to arrest the actor, Dwight Henry, on one count of theft in connection with the Oct. 30 incident. Henry had not been taken into custody as ...
Grub Street

Dwight Henry

Beasts of the Southern Wild Star Will Open His Harlem Bakery This Spring“They plan to have Mr. Henry’s bakery everywhere there’s Nobu, and there’s Nobus all over the country.” ...