Actor and Producer Charles F. Porter Dies at 47

Actor and producer Charles F. Porter has died at age 47 following a long battle with Hodgkin lymphoma. His death was confirmed by his wife, Candice Tab-Porter, on November 4, 2026.

Career and Production

Porter was a producer for the 2025 independent film "Finding Faith," which starred Paula Patton, Loretta Devine, and Keith David. He also produced projects for BET+, including "A Miracle Before Christmas" (2022) and "Christmas Angel" (2023).

Through his company, Black Bench Productions, Porter worked to produce Christian film projects led by Black actors. His acting credits include appearances on television shows such as "House," "Bones," "Without a Trace," and "The Parkers."

He was best known for his breakthrough role as the legendary Black NASCAR driver Wendell Scott in the 2011 ESPN film "Wendell Scott: A Race Story."

Health History

Porter was first diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in 2010. According to his own blog post, he received a stem cell transplant in 2011, but the cancer returned three times. In January 2022, he underwent CAR T cell therapy.

"Cancer has had a major hand in shaping me into the man that I am today," Porter told Stand Up To Cancer in 2023. "Yes, cancer has created challenges — causing sadness, pain, anger, and uncertainty — while at the same time bringing much joy, celebration, and, most importantly, a greater appreciation for life moment to moment."

Background and Family

Born in Oxford, England, Porter moved to the United States as a child. He played Division I football as a defensive end for Duke University until a back injury prevented him from pursuing a career in the NFL.

Porter is survived by his wife, Candice Tab-Porter, and two daughters, Layla Rose, 9, and Juliette Jasmine Porter, 6. He is also survived by his mother, brother, and nephews.

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Sources

• people.com: Charles F. Porter Dead: Actor and ‘Finding Faith’ Producer Was 47
• deadline.com: Charles Porter Dead: 'Finding Faith' Producer & Actor Was 47
• thenews.com.pk: Charles F. Porter dies at 47: Actor and 'Finding Faith' producer's cause of death revealed
• ibtimes.sg: How Did Charles F. Porter Die? Actor Battled Hodgkin Lymphoma ...
• yahoo.com: Charles F. Porter, 'Wendell Scott' actor, dies at 47 after cancer battle

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