Kelvin Harrison Jr. was born on July 23, 1994, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to parents Shirlita and Kelvin Harrison. Growing up in a musical household, he was exposed to music at a young age and developed a passion for the arts.
Before pursuing a career in acting, Harrison studied studio engineering and marketing. He also received training from renowned jazz musician Wynton Marsalis and other members of the Marsalis family. During his training, he honed his skills in playing jazz and gospel music on the piano, trumpet, and vocals.
One of Harrison's first acting roles was a minor part in the award-winning film "12 Years a Slave." He also had an uncredited role in "Ender's Game" before landing more significant roles in films such as "Assassination Nation," "Monsters and Men," "Mudbound," and "It Comes at Night."
Harrison's breakout roles came in 2019 when he starred in the critically acclaimed films "Luce" and "Waves." His performances garnered praise from critics and audiences alike, solidifying his status as a rising star in Hollywood.
Despite his growing career in the entertainment industry, Harrison remains close to his roots and values his family. He credits his parents for instilling in him a love for music and the arts.
One interesting fact about Harrison is that he starred as Touie Dacey in the series "StartUp." He also shared the screen with Sterling K. Brown in "Waves," playing the role of his character's son.
With a promising career ahead of him, Harrison continues to take on challenging roles and work with talented filmmakers. Fans can expect to see more of his exceptional talent on the big screen in the coming years.
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