Richard Carr III was born to Kim and Richard Carr II. When he was 3 his family moved to Orlando, Florida where he grew up. From an early age, he loved being in front of the camera. He was in a baby and toddler calendar at the age of 3. Two years later he modelled for a Newspaper ad for Florida Hospital (now Advent Health). Growing up he continued to dabble in school plays, local church plays, and acting clubs. He attended HBCU Oakwood University in Huntsville, AL, and graduated with his BS in nursing. While there he participated in and co-directed the university's drama group.