Tommy Lister

Tommy Lister was a character actor and former wrestler best known for his role as the neighborhood bully Deebo in the Friday series of movies.

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Profession :

Movie Actor

Birthday :

June 24, 1958

Star Sign :

Cancer

Death Date:

December 01, 2020

Age :

62

Birthplace :

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, United States

Tommy “Tiny” Lister (June 24, 1958 – December 10, 2020) was a renowned character actor and ex-wrestler, most recognized for portraying the neighborhood bully Deebo in the Friday movie series. He had a brief professional wrestling career, facing Hulk Hogan in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) after starring as “Zeus” in Hogan’s film No Holds Barred. Lister’s other significant roles include The Fifth Element, Jackie Brown, and The Dark Knight. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches tall and possessing a unique deep voice, Lister overcame exophthalmos, an eye condition causing bulging eyes, to achieve success in acting and wrestling. A devout Christian, he relied on his faith to tackle life’s challenges. Tommy Lister passed away on December 10, 2020, at 62 years old.