Nick Barrotta Joins Untitled Entertainment After Success on The Oval

Barrotta, who first gained fame as Allan in Tyler Perry’s BET series The Oval, has just signed with Untitled Entertainment.

Early Career

• Journalism: Began in New York, working for Entertainment Tonight, Celebuzz, and The Wrap.
• Acting: Transitioned to acting while maintaining journalism gigs.

Breakthrough on The Oval

• Appeared in over 100 episodes of the political drama that delves into the White House’s inner life.
• Creator & Director: Tyler Perry wrote all episodes and directed most, propelling Barrotta to a regular role in 2021.
• Season Seven: Set to air later this year; Barrotta has already filmed a substantial portion.

Film Success

• 2025: Cast in a supporting role as “Sam” in Perry’s film Duplicity, which topped global charts on Prime Video.
• The character is a key figure in a legal thriller about a high‑profile lawyer handling a shooting case.

Television Credits

• Divorce Court: Served as bailiff and court reporter for two seasons alongside Judge Lynn Toler.

Other Work

• Celebrity Interviews: Interviewed John Legend and Taraji P. Henson for The Wrap’s “Drinking with the Stars.”
• Modeling: Featured for brands such as Perry Ellis, New Balance, and Muscle Pharm.

Current Status

• Based in New York, Barrotta is excited about upcoming projects with Untitled Entertainment while staying rooted in the entertainment industry.