One of David Schifter's most cherished quotes is "Don't ever tell me I can't do something. I just might surprise you." This American actor was on the cusp of a remarkable career as a TV news investigative reporter, having earned numerous accolades including two Emmy nominations and the esteemed Emmy award for his investigative series on deadbeat dads, a feat he never anticipated accomplishing.
David's journey into acting was unexpected, as he abandoned a 14-year career in reporting for film and television acting opportunities. His versatility has led him to appear in notable projects such as Showtime's "City On A Hill" alongside Kevin Bacon, ID Discovery's "Lt. Kenda: Homicide Hunter," and Tyler Perry's "The Have & Have Nots," taking on a wide range of roles including law enforcement, serial killers, and cheating husbands.
David's comfort in front of the camera began at a young age, hosting a live New York City cable TV show "Spotlight on Teens" as a teenager.
In 2017, he won the LA IndieFest "Best Actor" award for his lead role in an African-produced film in Nigeria. The following year, he co-starred with Michael Pare' and Nicholas Turturro in the thriller "The Penthouse," which he also wrote and produced. In 2023, the mountain thriller "Black Balsam" was released, showcasing David's writing and acting talents. He has several scripts in various stages of development.
Born and raised in New York, David now resides in North Carolina, where he enjoys the beach lifestyle and travels globally for acting opportunities. In addition to his acting career, he is a career firefighter and EMT, which he considers the most fulfilling work he has ever done.
