Eddie De Harp
Acting
Eddie De Harp (aka Ed De Harp) is a veteran actor, writer, and Director with a career spanning several decades. Known for standout roles in films such as Requiem for a Dream (2000) starred alongside Louis Gosset Jr and Blair Underwood on Father and Son Dangerous Relations (1993) and L.A. Story (1991), Ed has gained recognition across various genres, including drama, crime, and comedy. His television work includes appearances in Class of '61 (1993), The Rape of Dr. Willis produced by Steven Spielberg, and Pickett Fences (1992-1996), Ed's career extends into the music world, where he performed as a backup singer and dancer for iconic artists such as Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Lionel Richie, and Natalie Cole, Olvia Newton-John. His talents also led him to Virgin Records toured in Europe, and contributed to the soundtrack to the Karate Kid film series with Ralph Machio at 17 years old. Ed signed a recording contract with Virgin Records with the assistance of TFF, for which he also toured. In addition to Broadway and National Tours, where he starred in productions like Sophisticated Ladies and Oklahoma! (revivals). In addition to his on-stage and on-screen roles, Ed has choreographed high-profile Las Vegas stage shows in the 1990s and 2000s, further showcasing his expertise behind the scenes. He has also contributed voice work to ADR projects such as Noah (2014), House of Cards (2013-2018), Luke Cage (2016-2018), and Scandal (2020), Escape Plan, Misfits (2022), and over 30 films and tv voiced characters highlighting his versatility as a performer. In recent years, Ed has taken on a mentorship role, coaching young actors and sharing his extensive experience in the entertainment industry. As of 2024, he is working on his directorial debut, drawing from his rich background as an actor and writer. With the upcoming Scandinavian television series Giraffe, Che Feena Nameel set in the Middle East, and the European Horror film Christian Halden in Pre Production to be shot in Crete Greece.
