Take My Word for It: A Memoir

In Take My Word for It, legendary actor LeVar Burton shares the remarkable story of a life that has inspired generations. From his groundbreaking portrayal of Kunta Kinte in Roots to his beloved roles in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Reading Rainbow, Burton reflects on the experiences that shaped him both on and off the screen.

Tracing the many chapters of his life, Burton writes candidly about growing up during the Civil Rights Movement, being raised by a devoted and resilient mother, and discovering storytelling as both a calling and a source of personal transformation. He also explores the challenges and rewards of family life, reflecting on his experiences as a husband, father, and public figure.

Throughout this deeply personal memoir, Burton honors the loved ones and ancestors whose strength helped guide his journey while examining the responsibilities we carry toward one another in the ongoing pursuit of justice, equity, and human connection.

Generous, thoughtful, and illustrated with personal family photographs, Take My Word for It is a moving self-portrait of an iconic artist whose work has educated, entertained, and inspired audiences around the world.