Steven Williams Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Steven Williams is an American actor with a prolific career in film and television. He is best known for his roles as Captain Adam Fuller in 21 Jump Street, Mr. X in The X-Files, and Rufus Turner in Supernatural.

Born on January 7, 1949, in Memphis, Tennessee, he has built a diverse resume over decades, often playing authoritative or mysterious figures.

Profile

• Full Name: Steven Lloyd Williams
• Stage Name: Steven Williams
• Born: January 7, 1949
• Age: 76 years old
• Birthplace: Memphis, Tennessee, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American Actor, Director, and Producer
• Height: 1.88 m
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Williams
• Siblings: unknown
• Spouse: unknown
• Children: Two daughters
• Relationship: married
• Net Worth: $1 million to $3 million

Early Life and Education

Steven Williams was born on January 7, 1949, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was primarily raised in Chicago, Illinois, by his parent Mr and Mrs Williams, with periods spent with his father in Michigan and maternal grandparents in Millington, Tennessee, due to his parents’ divorce. His African-American heritage is noted, with no public details on his religious affiliation.

In Chicago, he attended Wendell Phillips High School, graduating in the late 1960s. He later enrolled at the General Motors Institute (now Kettering University) in Michigan, an engineering school, but did not pursue a career in that field.

Before acting, he worked as a postal carrier, salesman, and model, and was drafted into the United States Army, serving in the 2nd Armored Division in Gelnhausen, Germany, where he became the Divisional Champion in the Middleweight Division of the U.S. Army Boxing Team. His early exposure to performance came through modeling and community theater, leading to his acting debut.

Career

Steven Williams began his acting career with his film debut as Jimmy Lee in Cooley High (1975). He gained prominence in the 1980s, playing Trooper Mount in The Blues Brothers (1980) and appearing in Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983).

His television breakthrough came as Lt. Jefferson Burnett in The Equalizer (1985–1989), followed by his iconic role as Captain Adam Fuller in 21 Jump Street (1987–1991). He starred as the title character in The 100 Lives of Black Jack Savage (1991) and played Det. August Brooks in L.A. Heat (1996–1999).

His recurring role as Mr. X in The X-Files (1993–2002) earned him critical acclaim, and he portrayed Russell “Linc” Lincoln in Linc’s (1998–2000) and Rufus Turner in Supernatural (2008–2016).

His film roles include Creighton Duke in Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993), Anthony T. Williams in Corrina, Corrina (1994), and appearances in 22 Jump Street (2014), It (2017) as Leroy Hanlon, and Birds of Prey (2020).

Recent work includes Quentin in The Chi (2018–present), praised for its powerful delivery. Williams has appeared in over 100 projects, with guest roles in The Dukes of Hazzard, The A-Team, MacGyver, Veronica Mars, Stargate SG-1, Martin, The Bernie Mac Show, and Criminal Minds.

He also performed in the musical Joplin at Chicago’s St. Nicholas Theatre in 1977 and has taken on minor directing and producing roles, though these are less documented.

Awards and Nominations

• Won: ShockerFest Award, Best Actor for Graves End (2005)
• Nominated: Screen Actors Guild Award, Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for The X-Files (1997)
• Nominated: NAACP Image Award, Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series for Linc’s (2000)
• Nominated: Joseph Jefferson Award, Actor in a Principal Role in a Musical for Joplin (1977)

His awards reflect his impact in both television and theater, with ensemble recognition for It (MTV Movie & TV Awards, 2018).

Social Media

Steven Williams’ social media account is unknown to the media

Personal Life

Steven Williams resides in the United States, likely in Los Angeles, given his acting career. His relationship status is unclear; some sources speculate he is married based on sightings of a ring in recent photos, but no spouse’s name is confirmed, and earlier claims of a wife (e.g., by Information-Cradle) are unavailable or unverified. He has two daughters, whose names are not disclosed.

His nephew, Aaron Williams, is a noted cartoonist. Williams’ early life included diverse experiences, from boxing in the Army to modeling, which shaped his disciplined approach to acting. His hobbies and personal interests are not widely documented, but his Chicago roots suggest a connection to urban culture. He has avoided major controversies, maintaining a professional image.

Filmography

• Cooley High (1975, film) – Jimmy Lee
• The Blues Brothers (1980, film) – Trooper Mount
• Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983, film) – Bar patron
• Doctor Detroit (1983, film) – Junior Sweet
• The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai (1984, film) – Alien
• Missing in Action 2: The Beginning (1985, film) – Nester
• The Equalizer (1985–1989, TV series) – Lt. Jefferson Burnett
• 21 Jump Street (1987–1991, TV series) – Captain Adam Fuller
• The 100 Lives of Black Jack Savage (1991, TV series) – Black Jack Savage
• Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993, film) – Creighton Duke
• Corrina, Corrina (1994, film) – Anthony T. Williams
• The X-Files (1993–2002, TV series) – Mr. X (recurring)
• Bloodfist VII (1995, film) – Captain Doyle
• L.A. Heat (1996–1999, TV series) – Det. August Brooks
• Linc’s (1998–2000, TV series) – Russell “Linc” Lincoln
• Legacy (1998–1999, TV series) – Isaac
• Supernatural (2008–2016, TV series) – Rufus Turner
• 22 Jump Street (2014, film) – Commissioner Adam Fuller
• It (2017, film) – Leroy Hanlon
• The Chi (2018–present, TV series) – Quentin
• Birds of Prey (2020, film) – Captain Patrick Erickson
• Guest roles: The Dukes of Hazzard, The A-Team, MacGyver, Veronica Mars, Stargate SG-1, Martin, The Bernie Mac Show, Criminal Minds

Net Worth

Steven Williams’ net worth is estimated at $1 million to $3 million, based on his extensive career in over 100 film and TV projects, including high-grossing films like It ($700.4 million box office) and The Blues Brothers. Sources report per-series earnings of approximately $150,000, with residuals and guest roles contributing.