For Rudy-Ray, acting is a relatively new pursuit. Dating back to 2019, when all of Toronto was searching for “a middle-aged black male trumpet player”, a window of opportunity opened—premiering in background roles for the Netflix limited Madam CJ Walker. The performance on said mini-series launched a string of film opportunities that is weaving into this reticent but impressive resume of blockbuster TV and film.

Choice, charm, and chance lead the way, we know Knott what comes next.