Dakota Rhodes is a passionate artist.  Born and raised on Chicago's west side, art and music has always been his past-time.  A natural songwriter and emcee he continues to see great success on the Hip-Hop scene in the Midwest.  Taking advice from friends and family, he decided to add acting to his resume.  He came across the R.Ed.I. Foundation and intrigued by their mission to "make a difference".  An advocate of community service he felt this was the best of both worlds.  Dakota has fallen in love with acting and takes it as seriously as his music.  Dakota was inspired by the reactions to the work of the foundation and is proud to be a integral part of it.  He co-owns (Urban Vybrationz, Inc.) they help young artist in the city develop themselves.