John Carlos

Born: 1945-06-05

Birthplace: Harlem, New York, USA

Biography

John Wesley Carlos is an American former track and field athlete and professional football player. He was the bronze-medal winner in the 200 meters at the 1968 Summer Olympics, where he displayed the Black Power salute on the podium with Tommie Smith.

Known For

Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
O.J.: Made in America
Stand
Malcolm X
The Price of Protest
Salute
Black Power Salute
Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
With Drawn Arms
1968

Top Movie Credits

O.J.: Made in America Self (archive footage)
Stand Self (archive footage)
Malcolm X Self (archive footage)
The Price of Protest Self (archive footage)
Black Power Salute Self (archive footage)
With Drawn Arms Self (archival footage)
1968 Self (archive footage)