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Michael Rainey Jr.American actor and producer
Date of Birth: 22.09.2000
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Michael Rainey Jr.: A Rising Star in Hollywood
- Breakout Role in "Power"
- Feature Film Success
- Other Notable Roles
- Personal Life
- Current Projects
Michael Rainey Jr.: A Rising Star in Hollywood
Early Life and CareerMichael Rainey Jr. was born on September 22, 2000, in Louisville, Kentucky. He relocated with his family to Staten Island, New York, where he grew up. Before transitioning to acting, he appeared in music videos and commercials.
Breakout Role in "Power"
In 2014, Rainey Jr. landed a pivotal role as Tariq St. Patrick in Starz's acclaimed series "Power." Initially a minor character, Tariq became a central figure from Season 3 onwards. The role garnered Rainey Jr. widespread recognition and led to a spin-off series, "Power Book II: Ghost."
Feature Film Success
Prior to "Power," Rainey Jr. starred in the 2010 Italian film "Another World" and the 2012 drama "LUV," which earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination. He also appeared in the 2013 historical drama "The Butler" alongside Forest Whitaker.
Other Notable Roles
Rainey Jr.'s filmography includes supporting roles in "Orange Is the New Black" (2013), "Barbershop: The Next Cut" (2016), and the action thriller "211" (2018). He has also played the lead role in the Netflix drama "Amateur" (2018).
Personal Life
Rainey Jr. maintains a private personal life. He was reportedly in a relationship with Ugandan model Eva Apio in 2019. In 2022, rumors linked him to influencer Haylee Rose, although their current status is unknown.
Current Projects
Rainey Jr. continues to star in the "Power" spin-off series "Power Book II: Ghost." The fourth and final season of the spin-off premiered in June 2024 and is scheduled to conclude in September 2024.
