Age: 26
male
Désiré Mia hails from Hanover, Germany, where his passion for athletic and artistic performance was first cultivated. Born to an African father and German mother, Désiré was raised in a bicultural, multi-lingual (fluent in English, French, and German) household that fostered global citizenship. Discovered as a teen on Instagram in 2017, Désiré found representation with the world's leading modeling agencies, landing campaigns for iconic fashion brands like Tom Ford, Ralph Lauren, Hermès, and Lacoste. Désiré garnered visibility through his artful and impactful social media presence, coupling countless hours dedicated to Taekwondo, Futsal (recruited by Germany's Hanover 96, professional soccer club), and acting (trained at IDSA in London), launching his acting debut in the lead role as Sagan Bruno in the Netflix/Blumhouse martial arts drama, "Absolute Dominion."
Désiré Mia
Khalid von Stein
for Khalid von Stein in Sons and Daughters of the Empire
Suggested by mr95
"Sons and Daughters of the Empire" is an enthralling historical drama set during the tumultuous era of the Roman Empire's expansion into Germania. The series follows the lives of Khalid and Leona, two young Germans of African descent who are caught in the conflict between their tribal roots and the encroaching influence of Roman civilization. Khalid, the son of a tribal chieftain, is known for his fierce spirit and exceptional fighting skills. He is determined to protect his homeland and preserve his people's traditions. Leona, a brilliant and resourceful woman from a neighboring tribe, possesses a keen intellect and an unyielding desire for knowledge. When the two meet during a skirmish between their tribes and Roman forces, they discover a shared vision for their people that transcends their differences. As the Romans intensify their efforts to conquer Germania, Khalid and Leona embark on a journey to learn the customs and political intricacies of both their own culture and that of their Roman adversaries. Through diplomatic missions and strategic alliances, they rise to positions of influence, navigating the dangerous waters of power and loyalty, all while trying to protect their people from the looming threat of colonization.
