Malik "Melo" Richardson
About the Job
Melo Richardson (Black Man, 38) From: South Bronx Profession: FDNY Firefighter Backstory: Born and raised in the South Bronx, Melo grew up watching Patrick Ewing and the ‘90s Knicks with his late father. He’s recently divorced, juggling custody of his young son, and trying to find balance between his dangerous job and personal life. He believes Coach Mike Brown brings the grit New York’s been missing. Conflict: He’s questioning whether the sacrifice of being a firefighter is worth missing some of his young son’s milestones. Energy: Blue-collar pride, humor, warmth, Bronx swagger.