Born in New York City, Francesco Cura, spent much of his youth traveling. He is sometimes credited as Francis J. Cura, or Francesco Maria Cura. Francis grew up in a decidedly artistic family, often performing in plays that his father wrote, directed, and produced; had shot a commercial at the age of nine; and also worked in television during his formative years. He has starred in critically acclaimed feature films such as Hannah Can't Swim, Singularity, and The Deep and Dreamless Sleep. He has also guest starred in television series such as Criminal Minds, and Scrubs and has also worked in the theater, primarily in New York. Francis is also an accomplished visual artist across many mediums as well as a noted singer with a four-octave range. He resides in Los Angeles.