'''[[Russell Bartholomee]]''' (born '''Russell Aloyisius Bartholomee''' on [[November 1]], [[1964]] in [[Baltimore, Maryland]], [[United States|USA]]) is an indie film producer, indie film director, musical activist and [[actor]]. His voice has appeared in the English-language dubs of several animated films, mainly of Japanese origin, including ''The Princess Blade'' (2004), ''Sakura Wars TV'' (2003), and ''The Get Backers'' (2005). Bartholomee currently plays in several Dallas area bands, including Oliver's Army and Duck & Cover.
'''The Early Years'''<p>
Born in [[Baltimore, Maryland]], Russell Bartholomee was a sickly, frail child. By the age of 6 Russell was diagnosed with many life-threating illnesses, many of which stunted his hearing and his future facial hair growth. During his teens he was very sexually active, and it is belived around 15 he contracted [[chlamydia]]. Shortly after highschool Russell attended then "TCJC"(now 'TCC') and achived his basic teaching degree.<p>
'''The Film Years'''<p>
Russell moved to [[Japan]] in 1985 to create and produce in the anime film market. Russell started out with good intentions about his films, yet most lacked a story line, and developed characters. Because his films were terrible, he was forced to devulge in the notorious [[Hentai]] market. This turned out to be a turning point in Russell's life. Because of the generally preverse themes in Hentai films he was able to explore his own sexuality. Soon Russell began to realize his homosexuality.<p>
'''Return to America, and Gay Rights Activisim.'''<p>
Upon returning to America, russell became aware of its conservative views on homosexuality. Soon after which, he joined [[NGLTF]](The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force). Besides gay rights activisim, Russell began working on his teaching career. He taught at many schools including ''Mansfield High'', ''Turning Point'', and ''Sam Houston''. He now teaches at ''Arlington High School''.
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