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Ray Buffer

Actor, Director, Editor, Producer, Writer, Additional CreditsBorn September 2, 1969 (55 years)
Ray Buffer, born in 1969 as Raymond Ernest Buffer, Jr., is a versatile American talent celebrated for his contributions to both the entertainment industry and music. Growing up in Greenacres, Florida, he was raised by Delana and Raymond Ernest Buffer, Sr., who fostered his love for creativity and performance. His European ancestry provided a rich cultural backdrop for his artistic journey.

Buffer was welcomed into the Buffer family through adoption at just 29 days old, beginning a lifelong quest to discover his roots. In 2003, after a diligent search, he reunited with his birth mother, Patricia Odell, expanding his family with newfound maternal relatives. Despite this reunion, the identity of his birth father remains a mystery, adding depth to his personal story.

His artistic journey began with music; he displayed an early talent for the violin and later mastered several instruments. However, it was theater that truly captured his heart during his formative years at John I Leonard High School in Lake Worth, Florida. There, he excelled in theatrical productions, showcased his musical talent in jazz choirs, and developed skills on the viola, piano, and string bass.

To further his pursuit of the arts, Buffer attended Palm Beach State College and Florida Atlantic University, earning a BFA in musical theater in 1994. Throughout the 1990s, he refined his craft through performances in regional and dinner theater productions, demonstrating versatility as both a performer and director.

In 1992, Buffer married writer and actress Roberta McMillan, and together they embarked on various creative projects, notably the acclaimed documentary film "Rats & Bullies," which he directed in 2003. This film highlighted relational aggression and sparked important discussions about bullying, earning accolades at film festivals. They separated in 2009, with their divorce finalized in 2019.

In 1999, Buffer relocated to Huntington Beach, California, where he expanded his artistic horizons into television and film. His guest-starring roles showcased his range, including a memorable appearance on "Curb Your Enthusiasm."

In 2007, driven by a passion for storytelling, Buffer left his managerial role at Long Beach Opera to establish his own theater company, The Relevant Stage, in San Pedro, California. This venture enabled him to produce a variety of engaging musical theater works until 2011, when he co-founded Art-In-Relation with business partner Jonas Sills.

With Art-In-Relation, Buffer continued to make an impact in the theatrical landscape, staging productions across Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Hollywood. His commanding presence and resonant voice led to numerous portrayals of Santa Claus in various media, solidifying his status as a versatile performer.

Today, Buffer is a prominent figure in television, film, and theater, captivating audiences with his dynamic performances. As a sought-after concert soloist and voice-over artist, he continues to leave an indelible mark on the entertainment world, all while calling Long Beach, California, home.

For representation, Ray Buffer is represented in the USA by Judy Belshe-Toernblom and Birger Toernblom at A.R.T. Agency, and internationally by Elmazi Evdoxia and Psilopoulos Thanasis at Enorama Talent Agency.
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  • The Invisible Pilot
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  • Rats & Bullies
  • Blood Star
  • The Birthmark Killer

Filmography

2025
2025
Candy Lady · as Neighbor Burt
2024
Blood Star · as Diner Patron
2024
Hustlers Take All · as Talia's Henchman
2024
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F · as Man With Dog (uncredited)
2024
The Back of the Unwanted Bride (TV Series) · as Supervising Physician
2023
80 for Brady · as Nfl Veteran Quarterback (uncredited)
2023
BRYCE (TV Series) · as Angel Investor
2022
Eat the Rich: The GameStop Saga (TV Series) · as Republican Politician
2022
The Rookie: Feds (TV Series) · as Tobias's Henchman
2022
Monster (2022) (TV Series) · as Prisoner
2022
2022
We the People with Judge Lauren Lake (TV Series) · as Liam Davis
2022
American Gigolo (TV Series) · as Hitman
2022
Bullet Train · as Russian Thug
2022
Phrogging: Hider in My House (TV Series) · as Tim Brown
2022
WWE Evil (TV Series) · as The Undertaker
2022
Into the Wild Frontier (TV Series) · as Joseph Chouinard
2022
The Invisible Pilot (TV Series) · as Gary's Houseman
2021
The Birthmark Killer · as Dr. Cochran / Chief Of Police / Narrator
2020
Shock Docs (2020) (TV Series) · as David Sloan
2019
Weird City (TV Series) · as Prisoner
2018
Dhar Mann Francais (TV Series) · as John
2018
The Neighborhood (TV Series) · as Henchman
2017
Murder in the Heartland (2017) (TV Series) · as Kevin Black
2017
White Famous (TV Series) · as Paparazzi Camera Man
2016
To Tell The Truth (2016) (TV Series) · as Imposter
2005
2004
Rats & Bullies · as Narrator
2004
Fat Albert · as Construction Foreman
2004
2004
Medical Investigation (TV Series) · as Parent
2003
2003
Line of Fire (TV Series) · as Card-Playing Henchman
2003
Cold Case (TV Series) · as Police Detective
2003
The Ellen DeGeneres Show (TV Series) · as Bob The Bachelor
2003
Hulk · as Atheon Captain (uncredited)
2003
Shade · as Club Security
2003
Oliver Beene (TV Series) · as Wrestler
2003
Old School · as Teacher (uncredited)
2003
Daredevil · as Party Guest
2002
Catch Me If You Can · as Passenger
2002
Doggy Fizzle Televizzle (TV Series) · as Police Deputy
2002
Boomtown (TV Series) · as Father
2002
CSI: Miami (TV Series) · as Neighbor
2002
Firefly (TV Series) · as Persephone Merchant
2002
She Spies (TV Series) · as Henchman
2002
Like Mike · as Sports Fan (uncredited)
2002
The Court (TV Series) · as Attorney
2000
Curb Your Enthusiasm (TV Series) · as Stage Manager
2000
The District (TV Series) · as Gang Task Force Operative
2000
Gilmore Girls (TV Series) · as Businessman
2000
Yes, Dear (TV Series) · as Gambler
2000
Girlfriends (TV Series) · as Party Guy
2000
Titus (TV Series) · as Fbi Agent
2000
Malcolm in the Middle (TV Series) · as Bartender
2000
My Wife and Kids (TV Series) · as Restaurant Patron
1999
Roswell (TV Series) · as Teacher (uncredited)
1999
The West Wing (TV Series) · as Press Corps
1999
Instinct · as Prison Guard
1999
Providence (TV Series) · as Patient
1998
Any Day Now (TV Series) · as Restaurant Manager
1998
From the Earth to the Moon (TV Series) · as Journalist
1997
Contact · as Press Reporter (uncredited)
1997
The Practice (TV Series) · as Juror
1996
Marvin's Room · as Disney World Park Guest
1995
Get Shorty · as Bodyguard
1995
JAG (TV Series) · as Bar Patron
1994
The Specialist · as Innocent Bystander
1994
ER (TV Series) · as Security Guard
1994
True Lies · as Police Captain (uncredited)
1994
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective · as Doctor (uncredited)
1993
Staying Afloat · as Casino Patron
1993
NYPD Blue (TV Series) · as Bouncer #1
1993
Moon Over Miami (TV Series) · as Pedestrian
1993
seaQuest DSV (TV Series) · as President Bourne's Aide
1993
The X-Files (TV Series) · as Neighbor
1987
Unsolved Mysteries (TV Series) · as Unarmed Guard

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