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© Reena Rose Sibayan / The Jersey Journal

JERSEY CITY, NJ, DECEMBER 22, 2008 -- Actor Derek Luke, a Jersey City native,

speaks to students at Snyder High School. Luke made his big screen debut in the

2002 film, “Antwone Fisher,” which was directed and produced by Denzel Washington.

Actor Derek Luke and his wife Sophia Hernandez react to a student's question.

Luke role plays with Principal Larry Odoms, and students Derek Alexander, left, and Jefferson Tejada.

Actor Derek Luke signs autographs for students.

Actor Derek Luke takes a photo with his former baby-sitter,

Judy King, who is also a teacher at Snyder High School.