Biography

Eli Cottle is a Canadian actor known for his work in film and television. Born in Toronto, Ontario, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 12. He is the second oldest of six siblings, and his parents, originally from Jamaica and Trinidad, immigrated to Toronto as children. Eli's journey into acting began unexpectedly when he took a day off from his career as a Strategic Account Manager at Wrike to work as a background actor on Black Panther 2. This experience sparked his passion for the craft, leading him to pursue acting professionally. He booked his first audition for the role of Tyler in the film How to Make a Werewolf, now available on Amazon Prime. He is set to appear as a series regular in the Drame Percy Masterson, where he portrays Lieutenant Warren James. The series, expected to be released by Spring 2026 by Watzs Productions in Dallas, Texas, marks a significant milestone in his career. Trained at Nick Conti's Professional Actors Studio, Eli has studied method acting, cold reading, improvisation, script analysis, and on-camera movement. He gravitates toward dramatic roles, finding them both engaging and entertaining. Beyond acting, Eli has spent over a decade performing business development activities in the software and home services industries. His diverse background and experience bring depth to his performances, making him a dynamic presence on screen.

- IMDb mini biography by: Eli Cottle