Rudy Francisco was born and raised in San Diego, California. At the age of 21, Rudy completed his B.A in Psychology and decided to continue his education by pursuing a MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. As an artist, Rudy Francisco combines activism and poetry to enlighten the minds of those who witness his performance.
 
Rudy Francisco is also the co-host of the largest poetry venues in San Diego and has featured at countless venues, colleges and showcases across the nation. He has won the hearts of many with honesty, vulnerability and conviction. Rudy uses poetry to unapologetically peel back his layers and then offers his life experience to the audience.
 
Ultimately, Rudy’s goal is to assist and inspire others to harness their creativity while cultivating his own. Rudy Francisco is the 2009 National Underground Poetry Slam Champion, the 2010 San Diego Grand Slam Champion, the 2010 Individual World Poetry Slam Champion and starred in season 2 of TV One’s “Verses and Flow”