William Ford

William Ford is a fictional character appearing in the 2013 film 12 Years a Slave. He is portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch.
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== Biography ==
He is Solomon’s first master in Louisiana. He is described as a compassionate and caring man who is nevertheless blind to the blatant immorality of slavery. Ford protects Solomon from Tibeats’s wrath and treats Solomon with kindness and respect. He later forces Tibeats to sell Solomon, likely saving his life.
==Appearances==
*12 Years a Slave (2013)
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