After high school , being 6 ft 5 in tall , he was offered athletic scholarships but instead chose to study acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts .
Haysbert graduated from San Mateo High School in 1972 .
After high school , being 6 ft 5 in tall , Haysbert was offered athletic scholarships but instead chose to study acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts .
Haysbert graduated from San Mateo High School in 1972 .