Aric Generette Floyd is a multifaceted actor, distinguished for his enthralling performances in the 2013 film Underdogs and the 2015 thriller Criminal Activities. His life's narrative began in Cleveland, Ohio, where he was reared in a household deeply rooted in music, which would later influence his artistic endeavors.
From a remarkably young age of five, Aric's artistic journey commenced, marked by a rigorous training regimen as a classical pianist and composer. This early start laid the foundation for his future success in the entertainment industry.
As the years went by, Aric's fascination with music gradually intensified, guiding him towards the captivating realm of musical theater, where he had the privilege of sharing the spotlight with his accomplished sister, Alexis Floyd, a distinguished alumna of the prestigious Carnegie Mellon School of Drama, in a variety of local productions.
Aric's journey to the world of stage performances persisted, with a notable role in the 2008-2009 touring production of the renowned play "A Raisin in the Sun", marking a significant milestone in his theatrical career. This was followed by a series of additional appearances on stage, further solidifying his reputation as a talented performer.
In 2013, Aric made his debut in the world of cinema, taking on the quirky and captivating role of Jamal Lee in Fallout Entertainment's "Underdogs". This marked not only his entry into the world of film but also his debut as a film composer, with two original instrumental songs featured on the soundtrack.
Aric's subsequent feature film would not appear for a period of two years, during which time he would go on to achieve exceptional academic success and excel in various extracurricular activities, ultimately earning a prestigious scholarship to hone his craft at the esteemed American Shakespeare Center. This remarkable accomplishment was a direct result of his outstanding performance as a finalist in the 2013 ESU National Shakespeare Competition, which was held at the iconic Lincoln Center.
Aric made the deliberate decision to put his educational pursuits on hold after wrapping up filming for the 2014 movie Criminal Activities, and shortly after, he decided to forgo his admission to the prestigious Stanford University, opting instead to relocate to the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, with the singular focus of dedicating himself to his acting career on a full-time basis.
