Mike Rae Anderson, a multifaceted individual, was born in Stuttgart, Germany, but spent his formative years in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
As an accomplished actor, author, filmmaker, director, and movie producer, Anderson has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. He is particularly renowned for his documentary "A Polished Soul: The Mike Rae Anderson Story," as well as his work on Fusion TV's "Ferguson: Policing Black Bodies."
Anderson's impressive resume also includes his role as co-producer for the award-winning documentary "Give Us This Day," which was executive produced by the renowned Vince Vaughn. His acting credits include appearances in films such as "Crossbreed," starring Vivica Fox and Daniel Baldwin, and TV shows like "For My Man" on TV One and "Primal Instinct" on the ID channel.
Anderson has recently expanded his range by taking on detective roles in "Sins of the City" and "Stolen Lillies," as well as mentor/leadership characters. His extensive background in radio, theater, TV show hosting, live show stage hosting, and film production has undoubtedly contributed to his versatility as a performer.
In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Anderson is a dedicated philanthropist. He recently released a biopic adaptation of his written autobiography "A Polished Soul," which is available on Tubi. Moreover, he is the founder and CEO of the Polished Souls Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization that focuses on adjudicated youth mentoring and gang intervention.
Throughout his career, Anderson has demonstrated a commitment to using his platform to raise awareness about important social issues, particularly those related to juvenile justice and mass incarceration. As a national spokesperson for these causes, he has worked tirelessly to bring attention to the struggles faced by marginalized communities and to promote positive change.
