Joseph Michael Barrios is a multifaceted individual, renowned for his impressive performances in American Crime Story (2018) and Ballers (2016). Born in Miami, Florida, to a family of diverse heritage, Joseph's father, Dr. Humberto Barrios, an obstetrician and gynecologist, is a first-generation Cuban-Spanish immigrant who fled Cuba during the Castro regime in the early 1960s. His mother, Beverley McLellan Barrios, a retired nurse manager, is a naturalized US citizen who immigrated from Canada, tracing her ancestry back to Scotland and the British Isles. Joseph can even trace his lineage to Highland nobility, according to historical documents.
As the eldest of six children, Joseph comes from a close and supportive family. His grandmother, Roberta McLellan, played a significant role in introducing him to music at a young age. An accomplished violinist with an advanced degree from the London Royal School of Music, she mentored Joseph and encouraged him to perform in church choirs. Joseph's musical journey continued with piano lessons, followed by guitar, drums, and percussion. He went on to perform as a teenager, leading church groups in organized worship with his musical talent.
Joseph's passion for music led him to Miami-Dade College, where he graduated with a dual degree in Music Business Creative Production and Theater. Using his skill set, he formed an unstoppable production team, CASHAE, and has quickly made waves in the industry, writing and producing his own genre of music and beats, as well as promoting other rising artists.
In addition to his musical pursuits, Joseph has also pursued acting, a passion that was awakened in elementary school. He performed in many live dramas on stage during high school and competed at the state level for dramatic competitions, where he was noted for his natural talent. Inducted into the International Thespian Society, Joseph continued to develop his acting career while in college. He gained on-screen experience by working on student and independent films in collaboration with institutions such as The Miami Art Institute, Miami-Dade College, and the University of Miami.
Recent involvement in the industry has given rise to opportunities behind the scenes on set in the area of production. Joseph's love for writing and producing music, and passion for acting, fuels his vision for success in his promising future as an artist.
