About

Emmy Award-winner Monti Sharp, a Monroe, Louisiana native and the youngest of five siblings, honed his acting skills at the esteemed University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Launching his theatrical career in New York City, Monti quickly made a mark with off-Broadway performances and engagements at renowned regional theaters like The Public, the Guthrie, and Arena Stage.

His talent extended to the big and small screens, with notable appearances in films such as Dead Presidents, and Get Smart, and ground-breaking television shows like NYPD Blue, ER, 24, Malcolm in the Middle, Prison Break, and Modern Family. Monti also showcased his acting prowess on daytime dramas 'General Hospital', 'As the World Turns', and 'Guiding Light,' earning the 1993 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series and the Soap Opera Digest Award for Best Newcomer.

In addition, Monti continues to make significant contributions to national commercials, seamlessly transitioning between on-camera performances and voice-overs. His creative pursuits don't end there — he's a writer and director of several short films and a visual artist with pieces in public and private collections across the USA.

In 1995, Monti earned his Private Pilot License VFR(SEL). Alongside his artistic achievements, he holds a black sash in Wing Chun Kung Fu and a yellow belt in Seido Karate.

Currently residing in Los Angeles, California, Monti continues to cultivate his creative passions.

Watch this interview to learn more.