Lincoln Kilpatrick (born February 12 1932, in St. Louis, Missouri, died May 18 2004, in Los Angeles) was an American movie, television, and stage actor. His long acting career (since 1963) consisted mainly of television guest-starring roles and bit parts in movies. Kilpatrick's primary acting talents were showcased in stage and theater work, which he remained active in until his death.

Kilpatrick was co-founder of the Kilpatrick-Cambridge Theatre Arts School in Hollywood, California. He was also the first African-American member of the Lincoln Center Repertory Company.

Kilpatrick was married to the former Helen Ferguson from 1957 until his death from lung cancer. The couple had three children, Erik Kilpatrick, Lincoln Kilpatrick, Jr., and DaCarla Kilpatrick, all of whom followed Kilpatrick into acting.

Father of Erik Kilpatrick and Lincoln Kilpatrick Jr..

Co-founded the Kilpatrick-Cambridge Theatre Arts School in Hollywood, California, USA.

First African-American member of the Lincoln Center Repertory Company.

Daughter is DaCarla Kilpatrick (editor, director, actor).