Mailon Rivera is a New York City native and actor. With starring roles in films such as Midnight Blue and Skin Deep and guest appearances on over 35 top rated television shows, he is also known for his role as Nation of Islam leader, Min. Xavier Salaam on the Golden Globe and Emmy Award winning drama series The Shield, and Omar K. Bone in the UPN comedy series Second Time Around.He is the creator and primary director of the “Native Dance Actors Series”, an advanced actors scene study produced through the guidance of Robi Reed.In 2004, Mailon was named Artistic Director of the 4305 Village Theatre in the historic Leimert Park section of Los Angeles. When asked why he decided to accept the position Mailon cites American actor Kevin Spacey as a motivating factor stating that, “Mr. Spacey has recently taken on the role of artistic director for the London theatre, "The Old Vic" and is currently setting a fine example of an actors company being led by an actor". He continues, " I see it as a great opportunity to blend my love of teaching and mentoring with helping my own community”.His work has won multiple awards including the Lincoln Filmmaker Trophy for "Best Film" at the American Black Film Festival, Telluride International, NYC Independent Film Festival, Chicago International and the Film Society at the Lincoln Center to name but a few, His starring role in the psychological thriller, "Skin Deep" has become a top requested DVD video rental. Skin Deep is now playing to sold-out audiences overseas, becoming the #1 movie in countries such as Haiti, opening up whole new audiences to independent filmmaking. This feat is most impressive given the political and economic climate in that country.Mailon’s most recent film is “Bull Run”, a compelling drama chronicling the lives of four “fractured” friends from different backgrounds and their relationships. The film was written and directed by Indie director and producer, Joe Rasullo, and is currently in postproduction.Mailon is the subject of a book titled “A Random Life: From Homeless to…?” which deals with his experiences as a foster child and homeless teen in NYC’s Times Square. This book is currently being written with J.M. Morris.
Mailon is the founder of Urban Alchemy 360, a curious collective of collaborators and conspirators that provide Creative, Producer, and even "ghost" services for film, television, music, charities, companies and artists while performing "Anonymous Good" wherever they can.
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Suffered the loss of 4 family members in an auto accident on December 25, 2004. [February 2005]
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Mailon's singing voice is rather powerful and soulful as heard during performances of the stage play "The Murder of Emmitt Till: 50 Years later" at the Crossroads Theatre in Santa Monica, CA.
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He was signed to Qwest/ Warner Brothers Records with a group called The NU and later with MCA Records with 3AM. The group later changed their name to "IV Xample" and released the single "I'd Rather Be Alone".
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Originated the role of the demon leader, "Craven" on the series, Charmed. This episode marked the introduction of the "Tribe Demon".
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Has a production company called Native Dance.
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Was awarded an "Inspirational Award" by a Masonic organization for his humanitarian endeavors.
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Was homeless for years as a teen. He is now a mentor and advocate for at-risk youth.
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Made his first professional appearance in Madonna's video "Papa Don't Preach."
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Studied at The Beverly Hills Playhouse with Milton Katselas, Jeffrey Tambor and Richard Lawson.
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