J. Mardrice Henderson is an actor, writer, podcaster, storyteller, and creative architect whose work lives at the intersection of truth, culture, and human complexity.

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A proud product of rural North Carolina, J. Mardrice earned his Bachelor of Arts in Drama from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he developed his craft through deep study of the methods of Constantin Stanislavski and Stella Adler — foundational influences that continue to inform the psychological specificity and emotional authenticity he brings to every role.

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His screen credits include Murdaugh: Death in the Family (Hulu), The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat (Searchlight Pictures), and The Problem of the Hero (Apple TV+/Prime Video) — a film in which his portrayal of literary icon Richard Wright earned him a personal nomination for the Actors' Equity Association Paul Robeson Award from the film's director.

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Trained in both classical and contemporary theatrical traditions, J. Mardrice has graced the mainstage of the National Black Theatre Festival twice — most recently in the role of Deacon in Samm-Art Williams' The Dance on Widow's Row — and collaborated with acclaimed actor and director Ted Lange in a staged reading of Blues in My Coffee. He holds membership in the Actors' Equity Association and is SAG-AFTRA Eligible.

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Beyond performance, J. Mardrice is a builder of creative infrastructure. As Artistic Director of Reclaiming Our Time Productions — a nonprofit theatre organization dedicated to producing excellence in theatrical arts, education, and professional development — he actively cultivates the next generation of Black creative voices. His original works include the dramedy serial "Church Boyz"and the family comedy series "All We Got", both in development under his production banner OMJ Entertainment.

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He is also the creator and host of The FAT Actor's Podcast — Fearless, Ambitious, Tenacious — a platform dedicated to the honest, unfiltered journey of the working actor. Now entering its second season in video format, the podcast has attracted the attention of Broadway veterans, Emmy recognized casting directors, and working actors across the country seeking authentic industry perspective.

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Represented by Tay Smith of Smith Young Talent Agency, J. Mardrice Henderson is not simply pursuing a career. He is building a legacy — one truthful performance, one original story, and one empowered artist at a time.