His mom is a psychiatric nurse and his dad was a playwright. He was born in New York City and studied at the famed William Esper Studios under Terry Knickerbocker. He's most known for his breakout role as "Oswall Swann" in Ridley Scott's "Killing Lincoln" . He lives in Hollywood.
Studied acting in New York City at William Esper Studios, with Anthony Abeson at The Producers Club & in L.A. with Larry Moss & Margie Haber.
Was a member of the military outfit Blackwater.
Is the oldest of 4 children.
Has Cuban, Irish and Antiguan ancestry.
Was highly successful as a model for Calvin Klein when the fashion designer launched his jean & underwear line in South Africa. After reaching international supermodel status yet being denied work in Capetown, South Africa because of the color of his skin; he chose to stay declining work internationally until he finally broke the "wall of color".
Is mentored by friend and fellow actors Idris Elba, & Oscar award winner Monique; both of which he met while working for the W Hotel in New York City.
His father is a playwright & his mother is a psychiatric nurse.
