Edwin EdVanzd began his acting career on stage at a young age, refining his craft through numerous theater performances. This early exposure led to his transition to screen work, with his debut as "Young Willie Mays" in the HBO movie Soul of the Game in 1996. His breakthrough role opened doors to other notable film projects, including the star-studded cast of We Were Soldiers and Winter Harvest. Furthermore, he has made successful appearances on television shows such as Chicago Med, Emperor of Ocean Park, The Chi, and ER.
Throughout his career, Edwin has consistently demonstrated his commitment to his roots, returning to the stage in critically acclaimed productions like Direct from Death Row: The Scottsboro Boys and August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come And Gone. His performances garnered rave reviews and earned him prestigious awards, including the NAACP Award.
As EDVANZD, he is recognized as a high-energy MC with exceptional lyrical skills, praised by legendary lyricists such as Busta Rhymes. His dedication to honing his craft has led to the success of his social media series #FireFlowFridays, and he was recently crowned a top 5 Blaze The Beat hip-hop artist to watch.
Beyond his artistic pursuits, Edwin has expanded his brand into the production realm, developing Film, TV, Theatre, and Music projects through his company EdVanzd Media. One of his notable projects is the award-winning documentary feature Target: St. Louis Vol. 1, released in 2021, which has received widespread acclaim.
In addition to his multifaceted career, Edwin is also a published poet, graphic designer, and ghostwriter for several notable artists, solidifying his reputation as a true Renaissance Man.
