Richard Dones

A charismatic and versatile Latino talent originally from New York, this 5’5” former FDNY Firefighter brings authentic life experience, professionalism, and strong on-camera presence to every production. At 56 years old, he has the unique ability to convincingly portray roles ranging from 35 to 57 years old. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, he is comfortable performing in both languages and connecting naturally with diverse audiences. His extensive real-world background spans multiple professions, including Electrician, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Firefighter, Occupational Therapist, Realtor, Allstate Insurance Associate, Solar Sales Consultant, and Professional Mural Artist. This broad experience allows him to bring depth, realism, and credibility to a wide range of character roles in television, film, commercials, and stage productions. In addition to acting, he is a talented musician who plays piano, guitar, and drums, and also sings. As a professional mural artist and painter, he possesses a strong creative and artistic sensibility. He is also skilled in Latin dance styles including Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue, adding further versatility for performance and entertainment projects. Known for his strong work ethic, adaptability, and professional demeanor, he maintains a flexible schedule and is available for a variety of casting opportunities, including acting, commercial work, modeling, music-related productions, and culturally diverse roles.