Michael Rainey Jr. Profile
Michael Rainey Jr is an American actor who is best known for starring as Tariq St. Patrick on Starz network’s hit drama series, Power. He stars alongside Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Omari Hardwick, Joseph Sikora, and Naturi Naughton.
Michael Rainey Jr. Career
Rainey is an actor whose career took off upon returning to the States. Rainey made his first American film appearance in LUV in 2012, starring in an all-star cast inclusive of Common, and Danny Glover. Charles Dutton and Meagan Good. Rainey went on to a prominent role in THE BUTLER in 2013, with Oprah Winfrey and Forest Whitaker, directed by Lee Daniels.
Rainey was then featured in seasons 1-3 of ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK and landed a starring role alongside Ice Cube, Nicki Minaj, and Cedric the Entertainer in the third installment of the comedy franchise BARBERSHOP for Warner Brothers Pictures entitled BARBERSHOP 3: THE NEXT CUT. He also starred in SECOND CHANCE CHRISTMAS (2014) for TV ONE together with McKinley Freeman.
Next, Rainey co-stars with Nicholas Cage in the bank heist thriller 211, released in 2018. Rainey is also starring in a Netflix film in connection with Mandalay Bay Entertainment entitled AMATEUR. Rainey portrays the role of Terron Forte, a young man whose basketball highlight video goes viral and causes quite a stir. Written and directed by Ryan Koo, a participant in the 2014 Sundance Screenwriting Lab, the movie premiered in 2018.
Rainey rose to fame at the age of 10 years, starring in the Italian film UN ALTRO MUNDO in 2010, a role for which he mastered a new language and culture and lived abroad for a year. Directed by Silvio Muccino, Michael spoke fluent Italian for the film and earned the immediate praise and attention of the industry’s elite.
During his free time, Michael enjoys playing video games, making music, and living the life of a trendsetter for his generation. He loves giving back to his community through various philanthropic efforts, partnering with nonprofits across the country that target the homeless and impoverished communities. He is a good example for young people of what happens when humility, talent, and an incredible work ethic are brilliantly aligned.
Quick Facts About Michael Rainey Jr
| Age | 21 years old as of 2021 |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Not Available |
| Net Worth | $1.2 Million |
Michael Rainey Jr. Age
Rainey was born on September 22, 2000, in Louisville, Kentucky, United States (he is 21 years old as of 2021.) He celebrates his birthday on 22nd September every year.
Michael Rainey Jr. Height
Rainey stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m) tall.
Michael Rainey Jr. Parents / Mother
Rainey is the son of Michael Rainey Sr. and his mother is called Jane Ormsby Gore. In February 2015, Rainey shared a picture of his father on his Instagram account while he was at work. Similarly, on 14th May 2017, Rainey posted a picture of his mother on the occasion of Mother’s day.
Michael Rainey Jr./ Paige Hurd
Rainey and Paige Hurd are not dating now are they in any romantic relationship. In 2020, there had been speculations that the two are in a romantic relationship. This was right after Rainey shared a post of him being with Paige on his Instagram page wishing Paige a happy birthday. Right after he shared the post, the comment section was flooded with both Rainey’s and Paige’s fans questioning and curious if they were officially dating.
Michael Rainey Jr.’s Girlfriend
Back in 2019, Rainey was in a relationship with a Ugandan supermodel by the name of Eval Apio. Eva is the daughter of the well known Ugandan supermodel Eva Mbabazi. The couple however broke up after some years and the reasons behind their break up are still not to the public.
Michael Rainey Jr.’s Net Worth
Rainey has an estimated net worth of $1.2 Million which he has earned through his successful career as an actor.
Michael Rainey Jr. Movies
- 211 (2018) – As Kenny.
- Amateur (2018)- As Terron Forte;
- Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016) – As Jalen
- Second Chance Christmas (TV Movie 2014)
- The Butler (2013)
- LUV (2012)- As Woody
- Un Altro mondo (2010)- As Charlie
Does Michael Rainey Jr have a twin?
Rainey Jr in real life has no twin, however, in the famous Power series, Raina St. Patrick was the twin of Michael Rainey Jr.