- First Afro-American actor to have a major role in a Bollywood international film.
- Has a great ear for music, plays the keyboard and has written and produced more than 100 original songs.
- Brother is Jason Lamar Brown
- One of his acting mentors was actor Andre Braugher. Jonnie was Andre Braugher's "stand-in" for 6 months on the TV show: "Hack"
- Was a graphic artist who coordinated the page layout for his school news paper: "The Pitt news."
- Has a degree in fine arts/graphics; with a minor in math. Loves physics.
- Has a passion for automobiles and racing. A fan of Honda and Ferrari manufacturers for their engineering brilliance.
- An avid reader and video game player during down time.
- During season 4 of "The Wire"; Jonnie and his wife, Marvina, both landed roles on the show.
- Worked as a bouncer for over a year in New Jersey.
- Practices martial arts.
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