Eric Michael Schneider, known professionally as Eric Michael Roy, is an American photographer, filmmaker, actor, and singer. Born in New York City to professional photographers he was immersed in the arts from an early age. He began his career with starring roles on Broadway, TV, & feature films. He has written & performed original music for film & TV, & traveled the world as a singer. Eric's photography can be seen in advertisements and publications throughout the world. He works under the surname Roy as an homage to his late father, photographer Roy Schneider.