Served four years in the US Navy, two of which were spent handling
Navy attack dogs in the Aleutian Islands. The last two landed him in
places such as Africa, Australia, the Philippines, and Saudi Arabia.
Placed in a foster home for a period of time as a young child.
Graduated with honor from the High School of Performing Arts in NYC.
Studied acting at the Stella Adler Conservatory in New York City, under
teacher Tara Bolds.
Had a brief recurring role as killer Luis Hernandez on the first season of NYPD Blue (1993) with David Caruso. Later played Memmo Ferro, who murdered Caruso's wife, on CSI: Miami (2002).