Angelo Mercado Jr., a native New Yorker, embarked on a journey of self-discovery in high school when he stumbled upon the drama club. Theatre became an outlet for him, allowing him to channel his energy and stay focused amidst the challenges of growing up in the Bronx. This early introduction to the performing arts sparked a passion within him, which only intensified as he pursued a degree in Computer Science in college.
Years later, after the birth of his son, Angelo felt an overwhelming sense of responsibility to set a positive example for his child. He realized that with dedication and perseverance, anything was possible, and he decided to take a leap of faith and pursue his long-held dream of becoming a professional actor.
With the unwavering support of his loving family, Angelo enrolled in acting classes and workshops at esteemed institutions such as the New York Film Academy, HB Studios, and Terry Schreiber Studios. His unique blend of wit, humor, and Latin charm quickly made him a sought-after talent, booking roles on several TV shows, including "Do not Disturb: Hotel Horrors," "Celebrity Ghost Stories," "The Hunt With John Walsh," and "Frog Kissers" (Web Series).
One of his most notable achievements was landing a lead role in the indie film "Utopia Lies at The Horizon," which garnered widespread critical acclaim and won numerous awards at prominent film festivals, including the Box[ur]Shorts film festival in LA, the NY Coney Island Film Festival, the Boston Latin International Film Festival, and the LATINUY Film festival in Uruguay.
Today, Angelo continues to thrive in New York City, where he is an ardent comic book enthusiast with a lifelong dream of playing a lead role in a superhero movie or television show. He aspires to collaborate with his idol, Al Pacino, and has already had the privilege of working alongside Robert De Niro on the set of "The Intern" (2015). Angelo also draws inspiration from his personal heroes, including martial arts expert and actor Bruce Lee, and singer-actress Jennifer Lopez, who, like him, hails from the Bronx and shares Puerto Rican heritage.
