Eddie Steeples, a talented actor, has always had a passion for the craft. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, he was raised in Houston, Texas, as the eldest of eight siblings.
After graduating from high school in 1992, Steeples relocated to Santa Cruz, California, where he pursued his interest in theatre. He later honed his skills with the St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre and briefly attended Howard University before making his way to New York City.
In the Big Apple, Steeples joined the experimental film group "Mo-Freek" and a hip-hop group called "No Surrender." He starred in several "Mo-Freek" productions before landing a lead role in the award-winning short film "Whoa," which caught the attention of Los Angeles casting directors.
This breakthrough led to roles in the feature film "Torque," a guest appearance on "The Chris Rock Show," and national recognition as the "Rubberband Man" in a series of commercials for OfficeMax. His performance earned him an Emmy nomination for the commercial and a spot on People Magazine's "Sexiest Men Alive" list.
Steeples then secured a series regular role as Darnell Turner a.k.a. Harry Monroe a.k.a. "Crab Man" on the hit NBC comedy series "My Name Is Earl," which ran for four seasons. More recently, he has appeared as a recurring guest star on "Raising Hope," a lead in the feature "Jiu Jitsu" alongside Nicholas Cage, and a Series Regular on "The Guest Book."
Currently based in Los Angeles, Steeples continues to pursue his acting career, showcasing his versatility and talent in a wide range of roles.
