Amir Arison (born March 24, 1978) is an American actor, best known for his work as FBI tech expert Aram Mojtabai on NBC’s ''The Blacklist'' for nine seasons.

Early life and education

Arison was born in Saint Louis, MO to father Ron Arison, a surgeon, and mother Zipora Arison, a psychiatrist. He has one older sibling. Amir grew up in

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from the age of 5, where he attended Pine Crest School from kindergarten through his senior year in high school. With an early penchant for theatre, Arison received the school's Drama Club Award in the 6th grade, as well as the Founder’s Council Fine Arts Award in Acting his Senior year. Amir performed with the Fort Lauderdale-based professional improv group ComedySportz throughout his junior and senior years. He received his SAG card, debuting in a

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commercial when he was 16. He attended

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, where he earned a BA in English.

Television

In addition to his role as Aram Mojtabai on NBC’s The Blacklist, Arison’s television credits include recurring & guest starring roles on ''

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'', Hulu’s ''

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'', '' Law & Order: SVU'',Showtime’s '' Billions'', and ''

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'' on CBS'',''

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'', '' Girls'', ''

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,'' Once Upon a Time in Wonderland, Warner Brothers' '' H+'' , and many more.

Film

Arison’s film highlights include: ''20 Weeks'', ''

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'', ''Big Words'', Tom McCarthy’s '' The Visitor'', Amy Heckerling's '' Vamps'', Nia Vardalos' '' I Hate Valentine's Day'', and ''

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References

External links

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Broadway Bio
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