Stephen Zaleski

Stephen grew up in suburban Baltimore County, enjoying a normal childhood. He never had direct aspirations on becoming an actor but was always a fan of films. In 2004, Stephen was walking by an 'on location' set of the HBO series 'The Wire' and was asked if he was interested in working as an extra. He said "Sure." His picture was taken and he was called some six months later. Never working as a background artist, he was nervous, and thought it was a one time deal. Subsequently he was called back multiple times for season 3 & 4, to portray a coroner. In affect, Stephen grew into wanting more work. In 2005 he went to a general casting call for the now defunct ABC/Touchstone Series 'Commander In Chief.' Stephen met casting director Jeanne Boisineau, and thats where opportunities budded. About a week later he was called by Jeanne Boisineau and was asked if he was interested in becoming the Military Consultant for the funeral scenes of the Pilot of 'Commander In Chief.' Stephen heartily acc