Maurice Warfield is a renowned figure in the entertainment industry, having made a significant impact on the lives of numerous music superstars. Born in the inner city of Los Angeles, he was the oldest of seven children, and his mother's unwavering support played a crucial role in his early life.
Warfield's passion for performance began at Dorsey High School, where he became a Yell King, a unique cheerleading position. He later brought his energetic style to Valley College, earning the admiration of his peers and even inspiring a float in his honor.
As he continued to hone his skills, Warfield attended acting classes and appeared in several productions, earning a Best Supporting Actor Award. Although he lost the trophy due to his mother's need to defend herself, it only added to his determination to succeed.
Warfield's first professional gig was as a tour guide at Universal Studios, which led to a part in a Japanese promotional trailer. He later transferred to the mail room, where he would read scripts and ask to audition. His persistence eventually paid off when he landed a role on the TV show "Mod Squad."
Warfield's career in television and film continued to flourish, with appearances on "Ironside," "Ellery Queen," "Owen Marshall," and "That's My Mama!" His success in television led to roles in features, including "The Pink Angels."
To supplement his acting income, Warfield accepted a position at 20th Century Fox Records, where he created a mail room. His success in promoting records caught the attention of Barry White, who approached him to promote his record. Warfield's exceptional skills in promotions led to a job at CBS Records, where he worked with numerous music legends.
Warfield spent the next 25 years in the record industry, eventually running Epic's Urban Office. After being honored for his quarter century of service, he was laid off, but he saw it as a blessing in disguise. This allowed him to pursue his passion for performing once again.
Since then, Warfield has continued to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry, costarring in TV shows such as "Scrubs," "Committed," "Mind of Mencia, the Movie," and "A Numbers Game." He has also appeared in numerous commercials for prominent brands like Target, Home Depot, Mattel, Subway, and Sea World.
