Fred Williamson
Nathan Sanders
Updated on March 13, 2026
Williamson in 2004, photo by PrPhotos
Birth Name: Frederick Robert Williamson
Place of Birth: Gary, Indiana, U.S.
Date of Birth: March 5, 1938
Ethnicity: African-American
Fred Williamson is an American actor and professional football player. He was a defensive back who played mainly in the American Football League during the 1960s. His nickname is “The Hammer.”
Fred is married to Linda. He has at least three children.
