E-mail a friendJanuary 12, 2004
Former presidential contender Gary Hart weighs in on this year's candidates. In America co-star Djimon Hounsou talks to Tavis about his unconventional road to stardom.
Gary Hart
Gary Hart
A former two-term Colorado senator and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, Gary Hart is the author of several books, including his most recent, God and Caesar in America. He's known for his work in international law and business and is a national security expert, who chaired the Council on Foreign Relations task force on homeland security. He also co-chaired the U.S. Commission on National Security/21st Century. Hart is the Wirth Chair in the University of Colorado at Denver Graduate School of Public Affairs.
Djimon Hounsou
Djimon Hounsou
Djimon Hounsou first gained acting attention in Amistad. At age 13, the West Africa native moved with his family to France. He left school, couldn't find a job and ended up homeless. He was eventually discovered by a fashion designer and became a model. Hounsou later moved to L.A. to try acting. He found increasingly steady employment in TV and on the big screen, including a recurring role on the hit drama ER and appearances in films such as Gladiator. Hounsou is next up in the futuristic action thriller, The Island.