Peter Parros

Peter Parros is an American actor and screenwriter. His acting credits include stage, screen and television, but he may be most recognized for his nearly decadelong portrayal of Dr. Ben Harris on the CBS soap As the World Turns.

Peter Parros was born in Brooklyn, New York, but grew up in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City. He became interested in acting and the film industry after holding a job with a company that created special effects miniatures. When interviewed, he referred to the initial stages of his acting endeavor as being completely different than what other actors and actresses found. He said, What drew me in wasnt the Shakespearean quality of acting. I was going to be the black Arnold Schwarzenegger..

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