He Was a 'Teenage Crush' for Many in the '90s and Starred in a Movie with 2Pac

From an East Village kid to a Showtime lead, martial artist, and teacher — this '90s crush's story spans survival, stardom, and a movie that helped launch 2Pac's legacy. He was a familiar face in one of the most iconic films of the 1990s and later charmed viewers on hit TV shows. Though his name may not immediately come to mind, his roles — and those unforgettable looks — left a lasting impression. For many, he was a teenage heartthrob, the kind who inspired crushes, fan mail, and swooning glances. Decades later, he's still turning heads — and a recent collection of photos shows just how little he's changed. But beneath the youthful glow lies a story steeped in grit, growth, and survival. Sixteen Homes Before Sixteen: A Life on the RunRaised in a single-parent household, his family had rel