ELLIOT LYLES

Elliot Lyles is an American actor and singer, born in Brooklyn, NY, who currently resides in Maryland. "EL” is an accomplished actor who was bitten by the acting bug in college, while earning his degree in Psychology with a minor in Theater, after having served some years in the army. One can say Elliot’s many experiences and interactions with others in several different cultures aids him in mimicking and creating characters that are believable both on and off the screen. He is a true entertainer at heart and draws you in to experience every emotion. Elliot is currently a principal actor in 2 ongoing web series “Choices The Show” & “Anacostia” as well as the forthcoming film “Dearly Departed” and can also be seen in his reoccurring roles in HBO’s “Veep” and ID Channel Series “Who The Bleep Did I Marry” and “Killer Twins” currently filming.

 

As with most Actors/Performers the talent doesn’t stop there. Elliot is also an talented vocalist and developed his love for music performing in his church choir. Elliot’s passion and talents are in his DNA- his mother is an exceptional vocalist and renowned performer herself  and his father is also a talented musician. Elliot has been singing and writing songs since the age of 13 years old. His vocals are reminiscent of  Babyface, Luther Vandross, Stevie Wonder & Donnie Hathaway, all of whom have influenced his overall musical style. His love for music transcends through many musical tastes and genres; you can feel the emotion behind every note sung.

 

Elliot is inspired and motivated by his mother and son for his constant ambition to pursue his dreams as an entertainer.

 

 “I look for the message in a song or character and love how it can make you feel, relate to you, move you, change your heart or motivate you. That's what I want my talent to do.” ~ Elliot Lyles