He’s best known for his standout performance as Bubbles on HBO’s The Wire, a role that truly defined his career. Before he became a household name, he was just a student at Mount Saint Michael Academy—funny enough, around the same time as Diddy. Life has taken him on quite a journey since then. Today, he balances his personal life with pride, being a devoted husband to Jane Choi and a loving father to their daughter, Stella. His story—from school days to stardom—is one of resilience and heart. He’s shown time and again that authenticity shines through, both on and off the screen.
He’s heard it time and again from casting directors—comments about how he doesn’t quite fit the mold, that he’s either “not black enough” or “not Latino enough” for specific roles. It’s something he’s been told over and over, and honestly, it’s become a recurring theme in his journey. He’s constantly navigating these narrow expectations, trying to find space where he, as himself, is enough. And still, despite the repeated feedback, he continues to push forward, staying true to who he is.