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By Anslem Samuel | Published August 16, 2011 | Full size is 620 × 480 pixels

COURTNEY B. VANCE Harvard University BA, History Class of ’82 Yale University MFA, Drama Class of ’86 Best known for his role on Law & Order: Criminal Intent as ADA Ron Carter, Vance discovered his niche in acting during his time in Yale’s graduate drama program. An accomplished performer, he’s also well known for his roles in Dangerous Minds (1995) and The Preacher’s Wife (1996). Vance married fellow Yale colleague, Angela Bassett, in 1997.

COURTNEY B. VANCE Harvard University BA, History Class of ’82 Yale University…

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