Levardis Robert Martyn "LeVar" Burton Jr. (born February 16, 1957) is an American actor. He first became famous for acting in the television series Roots. He is probably best known for his role in the popular television series Star Trek: The Next Generation, and as the host of the PBS show Reading Rainbow.
LeVar Burton has also written a book called The Aftermath. He has also done work as a television director.
LeVar Burton has two children, a son and a daughter. He lives with his wife and daughter in California.