Mario

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Mario Barrett, known mononymously as Mario, is an American R&B singer and songwriter. At 14, Mario signed a record deal with J Records and released his self-titled debut album in 2002. His second album, "Turning Point," was released on December 7, 2004. Mario starred as Miles Darby in "Step Up" (2006). Mario's third album, "Go," was dedicated to his mom and was released in South Africa under Gallo Records on October 9, 2007. In 2008, Mario competed on season 6 of "Dancing With the Stars." He was partnered with Karina Smirnoff. In January 2009, Mario became the face of Pelle Pelle's European Spring/Summer campaign. On May 17, 2013, Mario confirmed that he had been working with Polow Da Don on the single, "Somebody Else," featuring rapper Nicki Minaj. The second single "Fatal Distraction" was released on September 10, 2013. On July 20, 2018, Mario released "Drowning." Mario released the single "Closer," on April 24, 2020.

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EMPIRE · S5, E4

Love All, Trust a Few

The Lyon family works to get back in their groove with a brand-new project underway. As Cookie and Portia attempt to sign Devon (guest star Mario), who has just the sound they’re looking for, Andre tries to prove himself useful to Lucious on the business side of things. Not having heard from Kai (guest star Toby Onwumere), Jamal panics and looks back at their history together. At Empire, the new management entangles itself with a dangerous tie from the Lyon family’s past.
EMPIRE · S5, E5

Depth of Grief, The

Lucious and Cookie prep their new artist Devon (guest star Mario) for a premiere listening party, but worry he may not be ready for that kind of pressure. Hakeem is determined to convince Tiana that he’s matured, but she has a hard time letting go of everything they’ve struggled through the past couple years. Meanwhile, Cookie becomes concerned about Jamal.
EMPIRE · S5, E8

Master of What Is Mine Own

The cost of running Lyon Family Management starts to put pressure on Cookie and Lucious’ relationship. When Kingsley pulls a power move of his own that has major financial repercussions for Lucious, Cookie thinks back to their early struggles. Kai becomes upset when Jamal announces their engagement on live TV and Tiana hits a crossroad with Hakeem, who refuses to set aside his beef with Blake. Meanwhile, Candace becomes vindictive after feeling betrayed by Cookie and Giselle uncovers a key to her future.
EMPIRE · S5, E9

Had It from My Father

The financial security of the Lyon family is on the line as their LFM showcase quickly approaches. Kai’s research for an expose on Empire uncovers some dirty activity within the company and causes conflict with Jamal. Meanwhile, Hakeem and Tiana finally reach an agreement on how best to move forward with their relationship, Andre struggles with his decision to let a new love interest in and Kingsley strikes a deal with Giselle.
EMPIRE · S5, E11

In Loving Virtue

With the reputation of the family business on the line, the Lyons strategize on how to clean up Kingsley’s mess and introduce a new and improved Empire. As Lucious and Cookie hire an old acquaintance to help track down the money Eddie stole, Andre tries to convince Devon’s record label to let him record with Empire.

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