Frequently relocated throughout his childhood because of his father's military service
Took voice lessons when he was middle school
Started acting during his senior year of high school, at age 17, securing a lead role in his first musical, 1940 Radio Hour
Worked as a New York Knicks Acroback Tumbler, performing during half-times at the Knicks Madison Square Garden home games, early in his entertainment career
Was also a part of Liberty Dancers, the co-ed hip hop WNBA dance team