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What were some of LeVar Burton's earliest works?
LeVar Burton made his film acting debut in 1977 when he played Kunta Kinte in the ABC award-winning drama series Roots.
Was LeVar Burton successful in the role as Kunta Kinte?
As a result of LeVar Burton's performance, he was nominated for the Emmy for Best Actor in a Drama Series.

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