Colman Domingo nearly quit acting before landing ... away from the industry after he was overlooked for a role in 'Boardwalk Empire' - but Colman's fortunes changed in dramatic fashion thereafter.

Colman Domingo, the newly-minted Oscar nominee ... the "Euphoria" set and recalled being passed over for a role on "Boardwalk Empire" because he wasn't "light-skinned" enough.

Colman Domingo nearly quit acting before landing ... away from the industry after he was overlooked for a role in ‘Boardwalk Empire’ – but Colman’s fortunes changed in dramatic fashion ...

Colman Domingo nearly quit acting before landing his big break. The 55-year-old actor has revealed that he nearly walked away from the industry after he was overlooked for a role in 'Boardwalk Empire' ...