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Roger Anthony

Roger Anthony Dumadag is a Filipino American actor, screenwriter, director, producer, Certified NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Coach, entrepreneur, singer, and musician whose career spans more than three decades across film, television, theatre, business, and personal development. A native New Yorker, Roger has been acting professionally since 1992 after graduating from the renowned William Esper Studio in New York City.

Known for portraying doctors, detectives, attorneys, judges, law enforcement officers, and other authoritative professionals, Roger has built an extensive body of work in television and film. His recent television credits include Daredevil: Born Again, Zatima, Reasonable Doubt, Blue Bloods, FBI, BMF, The Oval, Billions, Living With Yourself, Outer Banks, Florida Man, Class of '09, and The Game.

His feature film credits include Jerry & Marge Go Large, The Plus One opposite Ashanti, and On a Wing and a Prayeropposite Dennis Quaid and Heather Graham.

In 2026, Roger expanded his commercial portfolio with national campaigns for the Georgia Lottery Xtra Scratchers and a major pharmaceutical company, adding to his growing body of work across television, film, and commercial advertising.

Roger's versatility extends beyond dramatic acting. He has also trained and performed in stand-up comedy, improvisation, and sketch comedy with both the Upright Citizens Brigade and The Groundlings in New York and Los Angeles, giving him a strong comedic foundation that complements his dramatic work.

As a filmmaker, Roger co-wrote, directed, and produced the television pilot Wackademia, which earned Honorable Mention for Best Director at the International Film Festival Manhattan in 2015. A graduate of the New York Film Academy, he has directed several short films, including Dollar Nine and Why I Fired My Secretary. He has also studied producing, directing, cinematography, sound design, filmmaking, and screenwriting at New York University, as well as screenwriting at Gotham Writers Workshop.

Roger's original writing includes the feature screenplays Miss Basketball and Jaco, an optioned biographical screenplay about legendary bassist Jaco Pastorius, along with three original television pilots currently in development. He continues developing original feature films and television projects for network television, streaming platforms, and theatrical release.

A lifelong musician, Roger began playing piano at the age of ten before expanding into guitar, classical guitar, trumpet, and bass guitar. Over the years he has performed throughout the New York metropolitan area in wedding, cover, and original bands as a keyboardist, guitarist, bassist, lead vocalist, and harmony vocalist. He also recorded vocals for the television series Dance Moms.

Before becoming a full-time actor and filmmaker, Roger built a successful entrepreneurial career. He founded and operated a New York hospitality staffing company serving premier venues and major events before successfully selling the business. His entrepreneurial experience, combined with his artistic career, provides a unique perspective on leadership, business, and creative success.

Roger is a Certified NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Coach, having completed advanced coaching and leadership training through Peak Potentials and Success Resources USA. An avid student of personal development for more than two decades, he has studied with influential leaders including Tony Robbins, T. Harv Ecker, Jim Rohn, Les Brown, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Brian Tracy. Drawing upon more than three decades of experience in the entertainment industry, business ownership, and leadership, Roger founded the RAD Actor Mindset, where he mentors actors and creatives to develop resilience, confidence, and a success-oriented mindset while navigating the realities of the entertainment business. His coaching approach blends performance psychology, personal development, and practical career strategies to help artists and entrepreneurs pursue their goals with clarity, persistence, and purpose.

Committed to giving back, Roger has completed 37 half marathons and 13 full marathons while raising funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through Team In Training. He also supports organizations including charity: water, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and the American Lung Association in memory of his parents.

Roger lives with his wife, Egle, and their daughter, Leina Mae. Whether performing in front of the camera, directing behind it, writing original stories, mentoring fellow artists, or speaking about resilience and personal growth, Roger is passionate about telling meaningful stories, developing extraordinary people, and empowering others to conceive and achieve their dreams through resilience, purpose, and lifelong growth.