Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, JR has appeared in numerous national commercial and print campaigns. He received a BS degree in Management Science and Engineering at Stanford University before being signed as a running back to the Oakland Raiders. Post football, he promptly immersed himself into the study of his craft as an actor, and has since hit the ground running. JR attributes his passion to his parents who set a foundation for him to think 'outside of the box', and with confidence follow his heart.