Mandingo is an American adult film performer born on February 25, 1975, in Mississippi, USA. He entered the industry in 1999 at around 24 years old and remained active as a performer through 2024. In addition to performing, he also worked as a director between 2002 and 2016. Mandingo is of Black ethnicity and is known for his strong screen presence in adult video productions. Over the years he has appeared under several aliases including Big Dick Fred, Fred Dingo, Fred Foolish and Curtis. He has black hair, sometimes appearing bald, brown eyes, and stands approximately 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) tall. His career spans more than two decades in adult entertainment.