Alimi Ballard was born on October 17 in The Bronx, New York. His acting career began when he was cast in a community play called "No Laughing Matter". He later joined The Manhattan Theater Club and the National Black Theater, where he starred in "Holiday Heart" and "Endangered Species".
His first television role was on the series Loving. His first primetime role was on New York Undercover.
He's known for his role as Herbal Thought on James Cameron's Dark Angel. He also had a recurring role on Sabrina, the Teenage Witch as Quizmaster Albert.
His most recent movie role was as Dusty in the film Black Cloud.
As for a personal life, he is married to Dawn, and they have one child. He is an avid comic book collector.