Erik Handsome Smalls

Founder at Gifted ARTists
Screenwriter and Actor

Los Angeles, California

Member Since:
October 2016

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About Erik

II was raised in a gritty neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York, where I absorbed a culture that remains a mystery to many. This background gives me a unique ability to write and portray characters from these urban environments with authenticity. My life story is akin to what you might see in shows like "The Wire," which is why I’m often cast as the antagonist in urban fiction films. I embrace these roles with pride because they connect deeply to my own experiences, and it's an honor to bring these characters to life.

Unique traits: What sets me apart is not only my deep understanding of urban life in cities like New York, Boston, DC, and now Los Angeles but also my versatility. I can navigate the gritty neighborhoods just as easily as I can fit into high-society environments, like the Upper East Side of New York or Beverly Hills. This ability to move fluidly between worlds is rare, and it makes me a unique asset in both storytelling and performance. I love creating art that reflects the complexity of these experiences, and I consider myself a rare find in the industry."

Gender:
Male

Height:
6' 1"

Weight:
220

Body type:
Athletic

Hair:
Bald

Hair color:
Grey

Eyes:
Brown

Ethnicity:
African American