Shawn Fonteno
| Shawn Fonteno | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Solo |
| Occupation | Actor, rapper |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Children | 1 |
| Parent(s) | Thomas |
| Relatives | Young Maylay (cousin) |
Shawn D. Fonteno, also known as Solo, is an American actor and rapper who is known as the voice and the acting performer of Franklin Clinton from the video game Grand Theft Auto V.[1] Fonteno's performance in Grand Theft Auto V was mainly recorded using motion capture technology.[1]
Early life
Fonteno was raised in Watts, Los Angeles. He joined gangs and sold drugs, but a near-fatal shooting prompted him to seek a career in music and acting.[1] He is cousins with Young Maylay, who voiced Carl Johnson, the protagonist of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
Acting career
Fonteno has also acted in films such as The Wash.[2]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 3 Strikes | Big Mo | |
| 2001 | The Wash | Face | |
| 2004 | Beef II | Himself | Credited as Solo |
| 2017 | Grow House | Bam |
Video games
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas | Grove Street Families gang member Tarnell | Credited as Solo |
| 2013 | Grand Theft Auto V | Franklin Clinton | Voice and motion capture |
| 2014 | Watch Dogs | Lee Harvey | Voice |
References
- 1 2 3 Molina, Brett (9 October 2013). "Interview: Crime pays for 'Grand Theft Auto V' actors". USA Today. Retrieved 8 March 2014.
- ↑ "Shawn Fonteno". The New York Times.
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