Ernest Robinson

Ernie is best known for his work on the NBC Series "Miami Vice" as the Series Stunt Double for Philip Michael Thomas. In 1967, Ernie became the Founding President of the Black Stuntmen's Association where he was the first to include and fight for the rights of women and minorities in the stunt industry during a time in American History when deep-seated racism and sexism penetrated every corner in America. During a 50-year career in the Film and Television Industry, Ernie became a leader, a dignitary and activist fighting for the rights of blacks in Hollywood. After joining the NAACP and serving as a Lifetime Member, Ernie received many awards from the NAACP, recognizing his dedication, resilience and accomplishments in the History of Television and Film, including the NAACP President's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. In 2016, Ernie was posthumously honored with an induction into the Smithsonian's Museum of African American History and Culture, in Washington, D.C., where his horse s